Autoclave Operator Tech II - Weekend Days - Tulsa

In a team-oriented work environment, under moderate supervision assists with the setup and operation of autoclaves and auxiliary equipment to cure and bond metallic, fiberglass, and carbon fiber aircraft parts in a production environment.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

• Basic setup and operation of autoclaves and auxiliary equipment to cure and bond metallic and nonmetallic aircraft parts and assemblies according to specifications.
• Reads and interprets electronic travel documents and related paperwork
• Assists with the selection of parts and assemblies for simultaneous bonding, based on similarity of processing requirements and autoclave capacity.
• Assists with the arrangement of bonding racks and tools containing parts and assemblies and strategically loads and positions racks in autoclaves.
• Connects thermocouples and vacuum lines to fittings on parts and ports and thermocouple plugs inside the autoclave.
• Populates and confirms required part number, thermocouple, and vacuum port information into autoclave computerized operating system.
• Adjusts manual controls and/or enters commands into the computerized operating system to regulate and activate autoclave power supply, cooling system, vacuum, heat and pressure gauges, and recorders.
• Monitors instruments, switches, and recorders and listens for warning signals during autoclave operation to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Maintains a neat and orderly work area, supports the company FOD and 5S program, and complies with all safety regulations.
• Retrieves lay-up tools from tool storage and preps, releases, and places tools in the bond room for lay-up operation.
• Break down and cleaning of tools containing cured parts.
• Storing of cleaned tools in specified storage areas.
• Ensures that parts, lab samples, and related paperwork are processed and taken to the proper location.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two (2) years related to autoclave operational experience. 

Other Requirements:

• Must have a basic knowledge of computers and related operational systems.
• Must have a valid driver's license to obtain a GAC cart and forklift license.
• Must possess and use a Q-Stamp to include all approved processes associated with autoclave operations. New hires will be required to obtain a Q-Stamp and should have autoclave certification within twelve (12) months
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints.
• Must be skilled in the use of special tools and equipment including precision measuring devices such as a 6" scale, 1" micrometer, and 6" dial caliper.
• Must have a good operational understanding of overhead cranes, forklifts electric tow mules, and all other tools required to perform the job.
• Must have the basic ability to read, comprehend, and implement Gulfstream manufacturing procedures as well as the mathematical ability to calculate autoclave run times, appropriate temperature/pressure settings, and expiration date and times for parts being bonded.