Operator, Bench I

Bench Operator Location: Maryville, TN Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of At StandardAero, we use our ingenuity and know-how to find solutions for the simple to the most complex challenges in aviation. Together, we get the job done and done well. Our stability, resources, and respectful culture supports you in building a solid career with a great team you can count on day in and day out for the long term. As a Bench Operator (Blender) you’ll set up and operate a variety of hand tools such as hammers, files, dremel's, drills, presses, pedestal grinders and belt grinders, low temperature ovens and hand grinders to perform various operations such as blending, blasting & stripping, chasing threads, deburring, angle checking, coldworking metals, masking. **Entry level position, no Bench Operator experience needed. We will train qualified candidates. What You Will Do Conduct airfoil blending on a variety of Turbine Engine Blades utilizing a belt sander and pedestal grinders, using the correct blending materials and techniques to restore the correct profile and contour of the Turbine Engine Blades per the Engine Manuals. Ensure maintenance operations are performed in the appropriate sequence. Ensure that all test equipment or tools used to make airworthiness determinations is labeled in accordance with the RSQM before use. Complete the appropriate paperwork. Complete all maintenance or alteration processes IAW established standard work processes. Support cell personnel with the performance and appropriate documentation of maintenance or alterations performed. Confirm quality of work performed through routine in-process checks. Track and communicate status of assigned work orders to ensure on time delivery is met. Cover for absent team members to avoid interrupting the flow. Perform start-up and shut down activities of the production facility as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Minimum one year experience reading/interpreting manuals, technical drawings, and/or blueprints. Lift up to 25lbs without assistance, with or without reasonable accommodation. Must meet US Persons requirements per ITAR. Able to stand for extended periods of time during the blending process, with or without reasonable accommodation. This position requires access to export-controlled information. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate must qualify as a U.S. Person under applicable U.S. export control laws. A U.S. Person includes a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder), refugee, or asylee. Preferred Qualifications You must be (or become) thoroughly familiar with the use of all tooling, equipment, technical data and inspection aids for their overhauling of the Blades. Ability to follow both written and verbal instructions. Benefits That Make Life Better Comprehensive Healthcare 401(k) with 100% company match; up to 5% vested Paid Time Off starting on day one Bonus opportunities Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Short- & Long-Term Disability Life & AD&D Insurance Learning & Training opportunities