Tech Rep - Modifications Sheetmetal - 2863

General Summary

The Modifications Sheetmetal Tech Rep will support the Install Department with modifications design, STC's and SB's including individual assessments of the aircraft. This position provides hands-on OJT and technical training for the modifications sheetmetal technicians. The representative completes timely and accurate documentation per Duncan and manufacturing procedures; and recommends improvements to processes for optimizing installations performed by technicians. This role must perform as a Qualified Inspector. This role will be available to review and support quote development and make recommendations for parts, labor and tooling.

Essential Job Functions

1. Maintains a comprehensive understanding of current shop processes, and provides technical assistance and OJT to department team members for Sheetmetal fabrication, installation and processes.

1. Continuously reviews existing Installations processes, and seeks and develops process improvements for production. Initiates and guides production design and development of prototype parts while developing processes to continuously increase quality and efficiency.

1. Conducts quality assurance inspections for conformance to approved data. Assists personnel in integrating regulatory compliance with current processes. Maintains personnel training logs.

1. Researches and recommends structural production equipment related to the installation of avionics modifications.

1. Oversees fabrication outsourcing and outside vendor coordination.

1. Provides technical support to Sales and Engineering departments related to new product pricing, scheduling and shop capabilities.

1. With no supervision performs all duties descried in the Sheetmetal Master Spec job description.

1. Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Job Specific Requirements

Licenses/Certificates: Qualified Inspector designation; valid driver's license and acceptable driving records; respirator fit eligible

Attendance: Regularly scheduled attendance required

Physical: Routinely lifts 50 lbs.; reads small print; hearing sounds associated with mechanical deficiencies; works in heights above four feet; tolerates products and materials associated with component maintenance; tolerates standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, climbing and sitting; proficient typing and data entry skills

Environmental: Tolerates working in noisy areas, temperature variances, tight spaces and heights.

Education and Experience

• High school graduate or equivalent required
• Ten years parts fabrication, sheet metal, or related experience preferred