FAA Assembly & Test Technician - Level 3

We have an outstanding Contract position for an FAA Assembly & Test Technician - Level 3 to join a leading Company located in the Rocky Mount, NC surrounding area.

Performs standard testing processes on a variety of equipment and records and analyzes results. Requires knowledge of industry-specific tests and testing equipment. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under direct supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to a supervisor.

Responsibilities:

• Use of precision tools, fixtures, and measuring equipment to perform assembly, in-process inspections, calibration, and testing of hydro-mechanical fuel controls in an aerospace production/quality environment.
• Follows all prescribed Health, Safety, and Environmental rules and regulations.
• Performs work through the utilization of electronic work instructions, engineering and quality procedures, blueprints, and other specifications.
• Reads, understands, and works with Quality Procedures.
• Visually inspects parts and products for quality.
• Detects and reports faulty operation, defective tools, and materials.
• Initiates action to prevent/correct product/process non-conformity.
• Maintain all required documentation and records accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintains work areas and tools according to Visual Management and 5S Standards.
• Must be able to work overtime, including weekends.
• Attend and actively participate in daily Tier meetings.
• Participate in continuous improvement and rapid problem-solving.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Basic Hiring Criteria:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Steel toes are required.
• Able to follow detailed assembly and test instructions consistently, and interpret blueprints/drawings.
• Ability to use precision measuring devices such as micrometers, dial indicators, dial calipers, and depth micrometers.
• Ability to work with hand tools of different types.
• Basic computer skills with the ability to navigate the internet and MS Office.
• Intermediate math skills.

Desired Qualifications:

• Associate's degree and 4-6 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in an assembly and/or test manufacturing environment.
• North Carolina WorkKeys Career Readiness certificate, Silver or Gold preferred.
• Six Sigma training or certification.
• Able to work and communicate well with others.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced aerospace production environment.
• Must be able to work in a team environment and solve issues at the lowest level.
• Knowledge and demonstrated adherence to 5-S principles.
• Have led or actively participated in a continuous improvement manufacturing activity.