Fabrication Technician

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At Dynamic Aviation, we solve unique challenges for our customers with innovative aviation solutions. Our focus is on operations that serve, protect, and enhance the lives of families and communities worldwide. Whether modifying aircraft to help protect our service members overseas, performing geographical mapping for scientific research, or working to suppress large wildfires on the West Coast, we serve with integrity and excellence.

Job Purpose:

The Fabrication team is responsible for machining, bending, and assembling aircraft components, tooling, and other special projects from engineering drawings and specifications. This can include cutting raw material, treatment (corrosion prevention), composite work, and paint in preparation for installation to next higher assembly for aircraft.

Company Compensation and Perks:

• Full-time hourly position (with an hour lunch break)

• Comprehensive Benefits offered

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• HSA/FSA

• Life Insurance, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability

• Employee Assistance Program

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Company Wellness Program

• Relocation Assistance Available

• Professional Development Opportunities

Responsibilities:

• Build components for aircraft applications using a variety of sheet metal and composite materials

• Read and comprehend blueprints to complete build and modifications, follow both written and verbal instructions

• Install rivets, nut plates, and other aircraft hardware to specifications following FAA guidelines

• Perform sheet metal forming to tolerances and specifications as dictated in normal aviation practices

• Recognize differences in types of metals including structural strength, thickness standards

• Work with and around a variety of chemicals and follow all OSHA standards regarding PPE

• Perform bath and spray Alodine procedures per proper processes

• Understand and apply FAA standards

• Effectively document job completion paperwork

• Other duties as assigned, including, but not limited to part painting, composite lay-up, and machine shop operations

Skills/Qualifications:

• A&P license preferred

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Previous experience working with sheet metal, or completion of a technical school program in a similar field of study; composite fabrication training a plus

• Painting, CNC machining, and composite lay-up are preferred but not required

• Must provide own basic tools (specialty tools are provided)

• Ability to follow directions and remain on task

• Ability to:

• Crawl in and out of tight spaces

• Lay in a prone position for more than 4 hours

• Comfortably work at elevated heights of at least 40 feet for extended periods

• Lift, balance, and carry 50 lbs.

• Work in hangars/back shops with minimal climate control and occasional outdoor work

It is the policy of Dynamic Aviation to prohibit and eliminate discrimination on grounds of race, color, religion, sex, (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristics protected by law. It is also Dynamic Aviation's policy to provide equal employment for all and comply with any affirmative action obligations pursuant to the Federal Executive Orders, 11246 and 11375, as amended.

Other details

• Pay Type Hourly

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• Bridgewater, VA, USA