Spirit AeroSystems · 3 weeks ago
Composite Repair Technician- Lead
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$28.32/hr - $40.70/hr
2+ years expSpirit AeroSystems, Inc. is a subsidiary of The Boeing Company, specializing in commercial aerostructures. The Composite Repair Technician- Lead will supervise and train junior technicians, coordinate repair schemes, and ensure efficient workflow while maintaining safety and quality compliance.
AerospaceMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Supervise, mentor, and train junior technicians, conduct performance audits, and foster a team environment
Coordinate with evaluation inspection to diagnose damage and recommend repair schemes in accordance with maintenance manuals to return units to service timely and efficiently
Work with Operations Manager to set production goals, prioritize work, manage schedules, ensure efficient workflow including optimizing indirect work
Align with supply chain to ensure material availability to complete repairs including identifying low inventory, bill of material delivery from the stockroom, and supplier shortages
Enforce safety protocols and quality compliance policies and procedures are implemented for the work cell
Participate with customer service to resolve customer conflicts, maintain current ship dates for finished work, and estimate hours of completion for quote accuracy
Performs bonding of metallic or non-metallic materials to fabricate parts and for repairing applications using various products and processes
Fabricates sub-assemblies for pre-fitting in preparation for bonding, curing in press ovens, and autoclaves
Determines equipment requirements and methods of operation to be followed in the fabrication process
Uses the following materials: Graphite, Fiberglass, Plastic, Epoxy Resins, Rubber, etc
Performs vacuum bagging to pressurize a composite lamination during the resin curing process
Marks dimensions and reference lines on materials to develop and trace patterns of product parts
Selects tooling and materials compatible with the processing techniques identified in the work instructions
Qualification
Required
This is a DOT safety sensitive position and requires participation in a DOT drug screen and random screenings
Must have 2 years Composite Repair experience. Must provide training records
Preferred
Strong mechanical/electrical diagnostic capability
Leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of maintenance manuals
Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office suite
A&P License Preferred
Blueprint Reading
Layup
Sanding
Company
Spirit AeroSystems
Spirit AeroSystems is a manufacturer of aerostructures for commercial airplanes, defense platforms, and business or regional jets.
10001+ employees
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2023-11-08Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
2023-11-07Post Ipo Equity· $200M
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