PDS Defense
Fabricator Prototype BFTC
– Wichita, KS
Job Description PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Fabricator Prototype BFTC in Wichita, KS. Job ID#214770.
Responsibilities
Adhere to the client's General Work Requirements
Perform final assembly on experimental equipment and tire build-up for flight test designated aircraft
Modify flight test aircraft components per engineering requirements
Assist in working with production to build or assemble first and any designated aircraft and experimental/production equipment
Perform minor fabrication and modification of production aircraft parts in accordance with developmental and/or engineering specifications
Fabricate and modify experimental aircraft parts in accordance with experimental engineering specifications
Maintain records of changes, inspections and control tire history in tire shop and fabrication shop
Assist engineering with revising functional test procedures as required
Set‑up fixtures to perform static tests, fatigue tests, pressure tests, bird strikes, and assemble aircraft sections for testing as required
Prepare aircraft test components and systems for testing
Perform nondestructive/destructive testing, including but not limited to, cycle tests and ultimate load tests
Assist with aircraft mock‑up in accordance with various flight test configurations
May perform aircraft testing at off‑site locations in support of other divisions and customers needs
Inspect, maintain, and/or repair ground support equipment as required
Assist with installation of experimental parts on various aircraft as required
Order parts and materials required for mock‑up, assembly and installations per experimental engineering drawings
How to thrive in this role?
Basic knowledge of aircraft systems
Working knowledge of blueprints and fabrication of sheet metal and/or composite components and assemblies, aircraft parts and ground support equipment per engineering drawings, sketches, advanced designs, specifications and/or verbal instructions
Working knowledge of reading and interpreting aircraft blueprints, drawings, diagrams, and manuals
Working knowledge of Test Preparation Systems
Working knowledge of manuals necessary to perform the job (e.g., Aircraft Maintenance manuals, Manufacturing manuals, equipment manuals, parts catalog and applicable FAA documents)
Working knowledge of flight‑line ground safety procedures
Skills necessary to perform flat pattern layouts
Skills necessary to use basic hand tools necessary to perform the job
Skills necessary to measure using a variety of basic and physical measuring devices
Skills necessary to fabricate and/or assemble various detail parts and components
Skills necessary to apply sealing compounds
Skills necessary to troubleshoot aircraft test systems and repair aircraft test equipment discrepancies
Mechanical ability to use basic hand tools, including but not limited to, rivet gun, drill press, surface grinder, belt sander, sheet metal roller, and 90/45‑degree drills
Mechanical ability to use powered shop equipment tools, including but not limited to, shear, band saw, and brake
Ability to obtain and renew certifications (e.g., Broderson Crane Certification, Power Lift Certification, Forklift Certification, Bonding Certification and Sealing Certification)
Advanced sheet metal skills
Advanced composite skills
Ability to use and interpret a variety of precision measurement instruments
Benefits offered to vary by contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short‑term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.
Job Requirements Minimum Security Clearance: No Clearance
Military‑connected talent encouraged to apply.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit https://tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/ or https://pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
The California Fair Chance Act
Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled
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– Wichita, KS
Job Description PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Fabricator Prototype BFTC in Wichita, KS. Job ID#214770.
Responsibilities
Adhere to the client's General Work Requirements
Perform final assembly on experimental equipment and tire build-up for flight test designated aircraft
Modify flight test aircraft components per engineering requirements
Assist in working with production to build or assemble first and any designated aircraft and experimental/production equipment
Perform minor fabrication and modification of production aircraft parts in accordance with developmental and/or engineering specifications
Fabricate and modify experimental aircraft parts in accordance with experimental engineering specifications
Maintain records of changes, inspections and control tire history in tire shop and fabrication shop
Assist engineering with revising functional test procedures as required
Set‑up fixtures to perform static tests, fatigue tests, pressure tests, bird strikes, and assemble aircraft sections for testing as required
Prepare aircraft test components and systems for testing
Perform nondestructive/destructive testing, including but not limited to, cycle tests and ultimate load tests
Assist with aircraft mock‑up in accordance with various flight test configurations
May perform aircraft testing at off‑site locations in support of other divisions and customers needs
Inspect, maintain, and/or repair ground support equipment as required
Assist with installation of experimental parts on various aircraft as required
Order parts and materials required for mock‑up, assembly and installations per experimental engineering drawings
How to thrive in this role?
Basic knowledge of aircraft systems
Working knowledge of blueprints and fabrication of sheet metal and/or composite components and assemblies, aircraft parts and ground support equipment per engineering drawings, sketches, advanced designs, specifications and/or verbal instructions
Working knowledge of reading and interpreting aircraft blueprints, drawings, diagrams, and manuals
Working knowledge of Test Preparation Systems
Working knowledge of manuals necessary to perform the job (e.g., Aircraft Maintenance manuals, Manufacturing manuals, equipment manuals, parts catalog and applicable FAA documents)
Working knowledge of flight‑line ground safety procedures
Skills necessary to perform flat pattern layouts
Skills necessary to use basic hand tools necessary to perform the job
Skills necessary to measure using a variety of basic and physical measuring devices
Skills necessary to fabricate and/or assemble various detail parts and components
Skills necessary to apply sealing compounds
Skills necessary to troubleshoot aircraft test systems and repair aircraft test equipment discrepancies
Mechanical ability to use basic hand tools, including but not limited to, rivet gun, drill press, surface grinder, belt sander, sheet metal roller, and 90/45‑degree drills
Mechanical ability to use powered shop equipment tools, including but not limited to, shear, band saw, and brake
Ability to obtain and renew certifications (e.g., Broderson Crane Certification, Power Lift Certification, Forklift Certification, Bonding Certification and Sealing Certification)
Advanced sheet metal skills
Advanced composite skills
Ability to use and interpret a variety of precision measurement instruments
Benefits offered to vary by contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short‑term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.
Job Requirements Minimum Security Clearance: No Clearance
Military‑connected talent encouraged to apply.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit https://tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/ or https://pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
The California Fair Chance Act
Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled
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