Proficiency in precision drilling, countersinking, and hole preparation on composite, plywood, and metallic structures to drawing tolerances.
Ability to prepare surfaces for and apply structural adhesive bonds following specified procedures.
Ability to install structural fasteners, including rivets, blind fasteners, and threaded inserts, to defined torque and spacing specifications.
Capability to trim composite and plywood parts, edges, and bond lines to net dimensions while maintaining tight tolerances.
Mechanical assembly experience, including fitting and aligning structural components.
Electro-mechanical assembly experience, working with mechanical and basic electrical components.
Strong blueprint reading skills and ability to interpret engineering drawings and schematics.
Experience using hand tools, torque tools, calipers, and micrometers for assembly and measurement.
Quality inspection skills, including visual inspection and dimensional verification against specifications.
Ability to follow SOPs and work instructions in a structured manufacturing or assembly environment.
Troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve issues in assemblies and processes.
Familiarity with root cause analysis techniques to support problem solving.
Understanding of ISO 9001 quality systems and requirements.
Experience working in or familiarity with lean manufacturing environments.
Basic knowledge of Six Sigma principles.
