Aviation OPS Trainee

$40,000 - $40,000/Yr

APA Services - Savannah, GA

Full-time - Entry Level

Savannah, GA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Aviation OPS Trainee position at APA Services, Inc. is an entry-level role focused on training individuals in the manufacturing processes of aircraft. The trainee will work under direct supervision in a team environment, performing various structural assembly operations in a production department.

Responsibilities

• Perform fitting of detail parts and basic drilling and riveting operations using basic mechanic hand tools.
• Ensure parts and work content meet the instructions of assigned manufacturing employee and/or Quality Control Inspector.
• Learn to read work orders, blueprints, and specification sheets to determine sequence of operation and work requirement.
• Align and assemble parts to be riveted using holding fixtures, pins, clamps, and fasteners.
• Observe and assist to become familiar with parts and assemblies, then work with decreasing supervision as experience is gained.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Enrollment in a Technical Aviation program preferred.
• Essential communication skills including the ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Proficiency in current personal computer-based software.
• Ability to read a scale and perform basic shop math.
• Ability to lift and transport objects up to 40 pounds.

Nice-to-haves

• Supervising experience
• Mechanical knowledge
• Entry level experience in aviation or manufacturing.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance