Assembly Supervisor jobs in Bakersfield, CA

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for assembly of pre-manufactures aircraft components and installation of aircraft systems.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The duties and responsibilities listed below apply to all levels of Aircraft Assembly Technician. Each level of Aircraft Assembly Technician has additional duties and responsibilities listed.

Aircraft Assembly Technician I

• Assist technicians with their associated tasking, including the fabrication of tube assemblies.
• Performs component and system level operation checks, and complete subsystem part fitment and installation.
• Ability to perform basic maintenance on aircraft as instructed.
• Performs required functions for successful completion of aircraft launch and recovery operations.
• Proficient at assembling and installing aircraft components and systems, including landing gear, flight controls, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Works with manufacturing and engineering teams to identify required installation processes.
• Collaborates with team to find solutions for challenges and unexpected obstacles.
• Contributes to process improvements and development of internal technical documents by providing expertise on aircraft operations tasks.
• Maintains accurate recordkeeping of work performed, materials used and accurately logs installed configuration of all components.
• Complies with FOD and tool control processes.
• Assist maintenance and operation of ground support equipment.

Aircraft Assembly Technician II

• Works under limited supervision
• Ability to utilize ground support equipment safely and efficiently for aircraft testing and flight operations
• Firm understanding of composite structures and components.
• Able to perform aircraft maintenance on Turbine aircraft with appropriate direction from senior personnel of tech data.

Aircraft Assembly Technician III

• Works under mimimal supervision.
• Trains and mentors employees on proper techniques, processes, and procedures.
• Assist in aircraft integration of systems and structural components.

Aircraft Assembly Technician IV

• Lead assembies team on large aircraft integrations and project assemblies, ground testing and groud operations during flight test.
• Contributes to process improvements and development of internal technical documents by providing expertise on a wide range of aircraft operations tasks
• Maintains accurate records of work performed, materials used, and log installed configurations.
• Assist maintenance with tow and group support operational equipment

Other Job Functions:

Other duties may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None
Experience and Skills:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Each successive level of Aircraft Assembly Technician builds on the identified knowledge, skills and abilities listed for the previous level(s) Aircraft Assembly Technicians.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must have a valid U.S. Driver License.
• Must pass pre-employment drug/background investigation.
• Must have working knowledge of a electronic devices and MS office suites.
• Must be trustworthy and dependable with the ability to work well under pressure.
• Must be detail oriented, organized, and possess good analytical skills.
• Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards
• Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors.
• Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary.
• Ability to adhere to workplace rules.

Preferred:

Aircraft Assembly Technician I-IV:

• Ablilty to read and understand schematics, technical drawings, and manuals.
• FAA issued A&P License preferred. Military or other mechanical experience is considered.
• Operational Flight line experience is a plus.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Required:

Aircraft Assembly Technician I

• Requires high school education or equivalent.

Aircraft Assembly Technician II

• Requires high school education or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years hands-on experience in manufacturing.

Aircraft Assembly Technician III

• Requires high school education or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years hands-on experience as A&P mechanic working on Turbine and Reciprocating engine aircraft, or equivalent military experience.

Aircraft Assembly Technician IV

• Requires High school education or equivalent.
• Minimum of 8 years hands-on experience as A&P mechanic working on Turbine and Reciprocating engine aircraft, or equivalent mechanical or military experience.
• Must have Operational Flight Line experience.
• FAA Issued A&P License strongly preferred.
• Ability to decipher schematics, engineering drawings and technical documentation, and author documentation as required.
• Ability to manipulate CAD software during manufacturing and utilize digital engineering resources to complete manufacturing tasks.
• Must be well versed in avionics and electrical installations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time, (minimum 9 hours)
• Ability to perform repetitive motion, (pushing, pulling, griping, grasping, kneeling, climbing, stooping, bending, etc.)
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted
• May be exposed to high level noise and vibration
• May be exposed to a non-climate controlled environment
• May generate, handle, manage, or work around hazardous materials and hazardous wastes.
• Must be willing to to work overtime, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be willing to travel to and from other Kratos locations for training purposes or work related requirements.
Job Benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement

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