Assembler - 2nd shift (Multiple Positions)

Position Summary * On a production basis, performs precision mechanical assembly work, which is typically of high complexity and/or requires fitting, alignment, and the adjustment of components, units, and assemblies to very close tolerances. * Performs integrated next-level assembly work on machined/fabricated aerospace parts at a floor station.  * Assembles fabricated parts at a floor station using and or performing: Riveting, Cold Working, Nut Plates, Bearings, Bushings, Cold Bonding, Fabricating and installing Shims, Sealing, Bucking/Squeezing Rivets and Grounding Blocks for integrated next-level assemblies. * Tests and calibrates parts and mechanisms to meet tolerances and product specifications.  * Ensures conformance to established procedures and quality level of Arden Engineering’s Quality Policy and conformance to Customer Engineering and Specifications. * Ensures safe work habits and environment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Accomplishes various production assembly functions that are somewhat complicated in nature. * Assembles products or sub-assemblies according to verbal or written instructions, or by following drawings or diagrams. * Uses hand tools and power tools to assemble units according to product specifications using jigs and templates when required. * Positions parts in specified relationship to each other under extremely close tolerance conditions. * Fastens parts together using an Orbital Riveting machine. * Loads and unloads previously setup machines such as arbor presses, drill presses and milling machines. * Identifies units that fail tests or tolerance levels and repairs as necessary.  Trouble-shoots and reworks production items that do not meet specifications. * Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.  * Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.  * Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. * Performs a variety of complicated tasks. * Some degree of creativity and latitude is expected. * Works under immediate supervision. * Other duties as assigned. Position Requirements * May be required to meet certain certifications in field.  * Requires at least 2 years of experience in the field or in a related area of precision mechanical assembly experience.  * Working knowledge of shop math and geometry.  * The ability to read and interpret complex drawings and documents for machined parts and assemblies highly desired. * Preferred experience in Riveting, Cold Working, Nut Plates, Bearings, Bushings, Cold Bonding, Fabricating and installing Shims, Sealing, Bucking/Squeezing Rivets and including but not limited to Grounding Blocks for integrated next-level assemblies. * Preferred knowledgeable in the use of various power-hand tools, drills, jigs, templates, boring and bucking equipment. * Good communication skills with the ability to work with others with a positive attitude. * Standard safety training. * Ability to drive and operate a forklift. * General Physical Requirements: Standard physical requirements to include the ability to sit and stand for multiple hours at a time; Able to sit and stand for multiple hours at a time; Reaching walking; Pulling, pushing, lifting 50 lbs. or less; Atmospheric conditions, oils/coolants.