JOB TITLE: Placard & Part Making Tech I
LOCATION: Savannah, GA
PAY RATE: $21.21/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)
• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?
• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary: 

• Read and interpret Completions customer specifications and engineering drawings to determine proper color, font, dimensions, and materials for aircraft placards, identification plates, spray masks, and wire stamping.

• Use Adobe Illustrator, PDF files, and Gerber Omega software to accurately draw, layout, and produce aircraft placards. Additional software or machine operating systems may be required as equipment needs evolve.

• Operate sign-cutting equipment to produce masking per Exterior Markings Drawings for Gulfstream aircraft paint applications.

• Produce placards that require foreign languages to meet international aircraft registration requirements.

• Maintain proper documentation of all work, including traceability of materials used, to ensure compliance with inspection and FAA requirements.

• Use precision tools to verify fabricated placards and identification plates meet all engineering requirements, including installation if required.

• Perform daily maintenance on equipment.

• Comply with all standard operating procedures, safety, and housekeeping policies.

• Adapt to sudden changes in schedule and priorities.

• Contribute to process improvements that enhance safety and reduce costs using Lean Six Sigma and other methodologies.

• Monitor and maintain department materials inventory.

• Monitor aircraft schedules to support material requirements.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Minimum 1 year of computer experience; graphic design experience preferred.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications related to placards, ID plates, spray masks, and wire stamping.

• Working knowledge of the Policies and Procedures Manual, Inspection Procedures Manual, and relevant Process Specifications.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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