Metal Fabrication - Hand Form Specialist
Core
Fabricate aerostructure components (fuselages, pylons, nacelles) using hand and power tools, including bending, forming, cutting, and assembly.
Role type
IC metal fabrication specialist (hand form)
Builds
Commercial aircraft parts and assemblies
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing
Required skills
metal fabrication, hand tool operation, power tool operation, blueprint reading, precision measurement, quality inspection, shop math, equipment maintenance
Preferred skills
hand form experience, stretch press operation, brake forms operation, bag press operation, construction industry metal work experience
Technologies
calipers, scales, stretch press, brake forms, bag press
Responsibilities
Fabricate components using tasks including deburring, bending, routing, forming, cutting, shearing, straightening, shrinking, bead, flare, flange, punching, countersinking, tapping, chamfering, pressure and leak test, part mark; Use hand and power tools to complete work assignments; Validate quality of tools prior to setup, during, and after job completion; Apply potting compound and sealer as required; Work from blueprints, drawings, templates, and check fixtures, form blocks, and written/verbal instructions; Perform self-inspection of performed tasks using precision measuring equipment; Rework and repair defective products; Setup, adjust, maintain, and operate all equipment; Perform routine minor machine maintenance; Move product within shop-defined areas; Verify dimensions of parts using mechanical and electronic precision measurement tools; Perform inspection MVP, including first part review; Initiate and document non-conforming conditions; Ensure compliance with applicable processes (FOD, Hazmat, OSHA, QMS); Support continuous flow of product by training and assisting employees.
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC