Job Description

Northwest Aerospace Technologies (“NAT”), a Safran Company, is the only EASA DOA Certified aircraft interior reconfiguration group in the United States. Focusing on commercial and military aircrafts, NAT provides first class services in design, engineering, quality, certification, and manufacturing for a variety of Blue Chip customers.

POWERED BY TEAMWORK. Are you ready to be part of a team that drives big ideas and even bigger wins? At Safran, we believe in the power of both collaboration and individual contributions. We understand that it takes diverse perspectives, problem-solving skills, dependability, and trust to push each other forward and achieve great success. For us, working here is more than just a job; it's a passion. There's the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world.

The Assembly Mechanic 2 is responsible for building medium to high complexity assemblies. They are a Subject Matter Expert in specific work packages within the shop. They have experience supporting customer pickups and job completions post First Article or Prototype; Training other assembly mechanics in their area of expertise. Capable of Bonding and Fabrication of a majority of the furniture produced within the shop. Identify continuous improvement suggestions within the work center.

Assembly Mechanic II Responsibilities:

• Ability to problem solve and troubleshoot producibility challenges;
• Build and Bond medium to high complexity furniture and interior major assemblies;
• Experience in Boeing and\or Airbus Process Specifications;
• Proficient in processes within potting and bonding work center (Fill and fair, install insert and edge pot);
• Possesses limited Subject Matter Expertise in furniture bonding and assembly:
o Support Fabrication of jigs and fixtures for accurate and repeatable execution of critical fit requirements for components.
o Pre-fit and bond, vacuum bond interior components of varying combinations of material type
o Forming and bonding of aluminum trim extrusions and sheets, honeycomb panel and other materials for completion of the sub-assemblies, parts or structures.
• Exposure to interior component assembly, custom fabrication of parts, applying complex décor per finish requirements;
• With minimal assistance perform complex repairs on components as required by the customer;
• Experience with shop equipment drill motors, pneumatic tools, band saws, drill presses, various tool grinders, Rivet gun and bucking bar, C-squeeze, ratchet wrench, nut runner;
• Experience in use of Chemical solvents, sealants, coatings, primers, adhesives, paints, liquid nitrogen and special finishes;
• Contribute to work center standard operating procedures;
• Support continuous improvement activity;
• Ability to consume electrical and structural part drawings;
• Train other entry to mid-level assembly mechanic shop personnel;
• Other duties as assigned

Northwest Aerospace Technologies (“NAT”), a Safran Company, is the only EASA DOA Certified aircraft interior reconfiguration group in the United States. Focusing on commercial and military aircrafts, NAT provides first class services in design, engineering, quality, certification, and manufacturing for a variety of Blue Chip customers.

POWERED BY TEAMWORK. Are you ready to be part of a team that drives big ideas and even bigger wins? At Safran, we believe in the power of both collaboration and individual contributions. We understand that it takes diverse perspectives, problem-solving skills, dependability, and trust to push each other forward and achieve great success. For us, working here is more than just a job; it's a passion. There's the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world.

The Assembly Mechanic 2 is responsible for building medium to high complexity assemblies. They are a Subject Matter Expert in specific work packages within the shop. They have experience supporting customer pickups and job completions post First Article or Prototype; Training other assembly mechanics in their area of expertise. Capable of Bonding and Fabrication of a majority of the furniture produced within the shop. Identify continuous improvement suggestions within the work center.

Assembly Mechanic II Responsibilities:

• Ability to problem solve and troubleshoot producibility challenges;
• Build and Bond medium to high complexity furniture and interior major assemblies;
• Experience in Boeing and\or Airbus Process Specifications;
• Proficient in processes within potting and bonding work center (Fill and fair, install insert and edge pot);
• Possesses limited Subject Matter Expertise in furniture bonding and assembly:
o Support Fabrication of jigs and fixtures for accurate and repeatable execution of critical fit requirements for components.
o Pre-fit and bond, vacuum bond interior components of varying combinations of material type
o Forming and bonding of aluminum trim extrusions and sheets, honeycomb panel and other materials for completion of the sub-assemblies, parts or structures.
• Exposure to interior component assembly, custom fabrication of parts, applying complex décor per finish requirements;
• With minimal assistance perform complex repairs on components as required by the customer;
• Experience with shop equipment drill motors, pneumatic tools, band saws, drill presses, various tool grinders, Rivet gun and bucking bar, C-squeeze, ratchet wrench, nut runner;
• Experience in use of Chemical solvents, sealants, coatings, primers, adhesives, paints, liquid nitrogen and special finishes;
• Contribute to work center standard operating procedures;
• Support continuous improvement activity;
• Ability to consume electrical and structural part drawings;
• Train other entry to mid-level assembly mechanic shop personnel;
• Other duties as assigned

Complementary Description

Safran Cabin headquarters are in Huntington Beach, California, with a global presence of over 11,000 employees at 36 sites. Site locations are in the United States, Mexico, Brazil, Canada, Germany, France, Czech Republic, the Netherlands, Tunisia and Thailand. Safran Cabin serves over 400 airlines and leasing companies globally and delivers to all airframe OEM manufacturers with a heritage spanning over 80 years in the industry.

Discover Safran Cabin through our videos: Safran Cabin (safran-group.com)

• Your Career: Safran is committed to providing internal mobility to our employees. We operate globally so the sky is the limit of where your Safran journey can take you.
• Your Development: Safran employees have free access to Safran University courses and external tuition reimbursement for approved programs or certifications.
• Your Benefits: Our suite of comprehensive benefits include health care (medical, dental and vision), life insurance, 401(k) savings plans with company match, paid time off, Safran Perks with BenefitHub – Employee Discounts & Rewards Marketplace for consumer products/services and more!

Complementary Description

Safran Cabin headquarters are in Huntington Beach, California, with a global presence of over 11,000 employees at 36 sites. Site locations are in the United States, Mexico, Brazil, Canada, Germany, France, Czech Republic, the Netherlands, Tunisia and Thailand. Safran Cabin serves over 400 airlines and leasing companies globally and delivers to all airframe OEM manufacturers with a heritage spanning over 80 years in the industry.

Discover Safran Cabin through our videos: Safran Cabin (safran-group.com)

• Your Career: Safran is committed to providing internal mobility to our employees. We operate globally so the sky is the limit of where your Safran journey can take you.
• Your Development: Safran employees have free access to Safran University courses and external tuition reimbursement for approved programs or certifications.
• Your Benefits: Our suite of comprehensive benefits include health care (medical, dental and vision), life insurance, 401(k) savings plans with company match, paid time off, Safran Perks with BenefitHub – Employee Discounts & Rewards Marketplace for consumer products/services and more!

Job Requirements

At Safran Cabin, diversity & inclusion is a source of richness that adds quality of life, performance, and innovation. We welcome diverse contributions and provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, disability/medical condition, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic characteristics or information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

We seek service-oriented team players with strong interpersonal skills and a positive attitude, adaptable to our innovative and evolving environment.

Across all team members, we are looking for the following attributes:
• Team oriented
• Process focused
• Open & honest communication
• Quality minded
• Ability to persevere and honor commitments
• Recognizes success
• Executes with urgency
• Creates solutions
• Customer focused in everything we do

Knowledge/Experience

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Shall possess, at a minimum, a High School diploma or GED
• 3 - 5+ years' experience in the consuming electrical and structural aerospace\equivalent part drawings
• 3 - 5+ years interpreting, authoring and executing assembly and component test requirements
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude and knowledge of aerospace or other equivalent industry

Skills/Abilities

• Ability to communicate well with others
• Troubleshooting/problem solving
• Detail oriented
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task effectively, and work under pressure
• Able to perform mathematic calculations
• Work from solid models, technical drawings, engineering sketches, and other such documentation to produce a variety of prototype and production parts
• Analyze written specifications, drawings, rough sketches, and verbal instructions to determine operation sequences

Working Conditions:

• Standard machine shop environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
• Hearing and vision within normal ranges is essential for safe conduct on the manufacturing floor and to meet job responsibilities

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group.

Job Requirements

At Safran Cabin, diversity & inclusion is a source of richness that adds quality of life, performance, and innovation. We welcome diverse contributions and provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, disability/medical condition, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic characteristics or information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

We seek service-oriented team players with strong interpersonal skills and a positive attitude, adaptable to our innovative and evolving environment.

Across all team members, we are looking for the following attributes:
• Team oriented
• Process focused
• Open & honest communication
• Quality minded
• Ability to persevere and honor commitments
• Recognizes success
• Executes with urgency
• Creates solutions
• Customer focused in everything we do

Knowledge/Experience

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Shall possess, at a minimum, a High School diploma or GED
• 3 - 5+ years' experience in the consuming electrical and structural aerospace\equivalent part drawings
• 3 - 5+ years interpreting, authoring and executing assembly and component test requirements
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude and knowledge of aerospace or other equivalent industry

Skills/Abilities

• Ability to communicate well with others
• Troubleshooting/problem solving
• Detail oriented
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task effectively, and work under pressure
• Able to perform mathematic calculations
• Work from solid models, technical drawings, engineering sketches, and other such documentation to produce a variety of prototype and production parts
• Analyze written specifications, drawings, rough sketches, and verbal instructions to determine operation sequences

Working Conditions:

• Standard machine shop environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
• Hearing and vision within normal ranges is essential for safe conduct on the manufacturing floor and to meet job responsibilities

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group.

Job Tags

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