Lead Assembly Technician - Aerospace

Accurus Aerospace Corporation
life insurance, 401(k)
United States, Oklahoma, Tulsa
Jul 18, 2025
The Lead As sembly Technician performs the assembly or sub-assembly of aerospace parts using drills, rivet tools, and other hand tools. Technicians verify compliance with customer requirements using calipers, gauges, and other measuring & inspection tools. Technicians must follow established procedures and work instructions to complete work in an efficient and timely manner while maintaining safe practices and high quality. The lead role takes responsibility for training new employees, mentoring their development, and performing inspections of their work, and for miscellaneous administrative tasks as directed by the Supervisor. The lead may act as interim supervisor in the Supervisor's absence. Essential Functions To accomplish this job, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Trains new employees and mentors skill development during the introductory period for new hires Communicates professionally and appropriately to convey information, deliver instructions, and demonstrate procedures Assembles product per documentation and directions provided Operates hand tools including drills, rivet guns, screwdrivers, etc. Utilizes tape measure, mics, calipers, and other gauges to accurately interpret part measurements in accordance with customer specifications Visually assesses parts for missing or incomplete operations Maintains quantities and operation accountability on the manufacturing control plan Maintains a clean, organized, and safe work area Verifies equipment is operating correctly and safely; perform basic troubleshooting and maintenance as appropriate Follows directions consistently and accepts responsibility for his/her actions and work product Complies with applicable manufacturing processes, work procedures, and supervisor instructions Adheres to safety guidelines and procedures; proactively identifies job hazards and collaborates with leadership to minimize hazards and ensure employee safety Regular attendance on-site at the workplace is required Required Education and Work Experience HS Diploma or GED is required Vocational training in a hands-on manufacturing career or similar field is preferred Minimum 2 years previous experience in mechanical assembly is required Experience with tools such as height gauges, drills, rivet guns, and other hand tools is required Other Required Skills and Abilities Ability to read and understand customer prints, drawings, and specifications Ability to accurately use mics, calipers, gauges, and other measurement instruments Professional verbal and written communication (English) Physical Demands and Work Environment To perform the essential functions of the role, employees must be able to perform the following activities with or without reasonable accommodations: Regularly stand and walk throughout the facility, stand for long periods to perform job duties Regularly lift, carry (short distances), and push/pull up to 50 pounds Occasionally climb steps, stairs, or ladders Occasionally bend, crawl, stoop, squat, or knee Accurately distinguish colors to respond to sensors, indicators, and color-variable dashboards Visual acuity to interpret readings on gauges and other measuring devices Use hands and fingers to operate hand tools, fit parts together, and manually inspect and assess parts Use hands and fingers to precisely fit small parts together and install and tighten fasteners, sometimes within confined and difficult-to-reach component constraints Working Conditions Work is performed in a manufacturing shop environment where working conditions may vary significantly; the employee will be exposed to: Excessive noise (hearing protection required) Dust, smoke, fumes/vapors (occasionally) Extreme temperatures (occasionally) Hazardous equipment including forklifts, hand tools, cranes or other lifting devices, and other equipment used in a machine shop environment The use of PPE, including hearing protection, eye and hand protection, and use of safety footwear is required *We appreciate your interest in Accurus Aerospace; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.* Accurus offers a comprehensive employee benefit package upon completion of 30 days of employment. Employees may select from available medical, dental, vision, and other voluntary benefit plans. Disability coverage, life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program are provided. 401K participation is available after 60 days of employment Accurus is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Click here to learn about Pay Transparency. Accurus participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. Please note Accurus only accepts applications submitted via our online recruiting system. Individuals with disabilities who are unable to use our online tools to search and apply for jobs may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting us at 918-221-0405. This option is reserved for individuals who are unable to use or require assistance with the online tools as a result of a disability and is not intended for other purposes. All job offers are contingent upon successfully completing a drug screen and criminal background screening. Certain positions may require a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR), a credit report, and/or a medical physical examination. *Thank you for considering Accurus for your next career opportunity.* #LI-DNI