What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experimental Tooling and Finishing Tech. III position at Cirrus?
Job Summary
The primary role of a Finishing Technician 3 is to assist in developing the tooling package needed to create the airplane tooling components along with all aspects relating to the interior and exterior of Cirrus airplanes. These efforts would include generating low volume composite molds, painting of components and exterior finishes, along with fabrication and installation of interior components. The candidate must be highly skilled in surface preparation, sanding techniques and single stage and base/clear applications. Candidates filling this role must excel in a highly diverse team environment as well as be proficient enough to work independently and able to trouble shoot when problems arise. Applicants must have a high attention to detail and a strong desire to continually learn new fabrication and assembly methods.
Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions
- Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.
- Track tasks from start to finish while maintaining a schedule.
- Tooling surface preparation, filler application and sanding.
- Taping and Masking of painted surfaces.
- Application of single stage and base/clear corrections procedures.
- Vinyl striping, placards, and lettering.
- Paint color matching and tinting.
- Installation of traditional and nontraditional interiors.
- Validation of new processes.
- Safe use of hand and power tools – HVLP paint guns.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- High school diploma or GED and a minimum of 5 years of general experience
- Ability to adapt to changing technologies and materials.
- Ability to fabricate and install aircraft interior parts with minimum supervision.
- Proficient use of multi-component products like resin, gel-coat, primer, and understanding of proper mix ratios.
- Proficient in the practices associated with fabrication of high-quality tooling and fixturing.
- Competent with taping and masking techniques.
- Application of basic topcoat of interior/exterior parts with minimal defects.
- Knowledge of paint color matching and tinting.
- Create test panels used for testing new methods, chemicals, paints and processes.
- Awareness of chemical cross compatibility.
- Proficient in the installation of aircraft interiors.
- Safely use hand and power tools – HVLP paint guns, grit blast booth.
- Capable of independently leading minor installation efforts on Cirrus platforms.
- Problem-solving and team skills are required.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Situational Adaptability
- Endures Accountability
- Communicate Effectively
Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:
- 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting.
- Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
- Free Health Tracking: With rewards for meeting health goals.
- Generous PTO: 100 hours accrued within the first year.
- Employee Referral Bonus: For referring talented candidates.
- Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
- Exclusive Discounts: Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
- Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations.
These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required.
Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
