Blade Fabricator Trainee at Enstrom Helicopter Corporation

Menominee, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Aug, 26

Salary

32.0

Posted On

15 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Blade Fabrication, Bonding Agents, Blueprint Reading, Sheet Metal Tools, Surface Treatment, Composite Materials, Precision Measurement, Quality Inspection, Shop Math, Troubleshooting

Industry

Aviation & Aerospace

Description

Join Enstrom Helicopter in Menominee, Michigan, just 50 minutes north of Green Bay. Located along the shores of Lake Michigan, the Menominee/Marinette area is an outdoor paradise. At Enstrom, you will be part of a close-knit team where your work is seen and valued. As a proud U.S. manufacturer of FAA certified rotorcraft, we build nearly 90% of each helicopter in house. Our team enjoys a clean, growth focused environment with a Monday through Friday schedule. Position: Blade Fabricator Trainee Reports To: Director of Operations Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt Shift: 1st Shift: Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM Pay Range: $25- $32 per hour BASIC WORKER FUNCTION: Builds and bonds helicopter rotor blades. Prepares and assembles blade parts, operates bonding fixtures and equipment, and ensures blades meet blueprints and specifications. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF TASKS: • Fabricate blade parts following process instructions. • Align and assemble blade components in bonding fixtures. • Perform surface treatments like iridite processing on parts. • Twist and route blade spars to specifications. • Drill and fit blade tips. • Assist with blade milling machine operations. • Prepare blade parts for bonding and inspect for surface defects. • Position components, lay bonding tape, and clamp parts in fixtures. • Set bonding temperature and time after inspection approval. • File blades to proper width and attach doublers, retention plates, and fittings. • Install leading edge filler blocks, trim tabs, and rivets using fixtures. • Balance and classify blades; install lead weights in tips when needed. • Record blade weights and maintain documentation. • Inspect completed blades for quality and conformance. • Maintain machines, fixtures, and equipment. • Follow all safety rules. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: • Understand bonding agents, curing, and fixture operation. • Able to use blade shop and sheet metal tools (drill press, routers, sanders, rivet tools, etc.). • Read and work from blueprints, shop orders, and specifications. • Keep accurate production and inspection records. • Use time controllers, protractors, and apply basic shop math. • Troubleshoot and solve problems independently. • Work with minimal supervision. QUALIFICATIONS • High school diploma or GED. • Experience in fabrication, composites, bonding, or sheet metal preferred. • Willingness to learn blade fabrication processes. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS • Stand for long periods. • Lift up to 50 pounds. • Perform repeated hand motions for fabrication and bonding. • Bend, reach, and work in tight or awkward positions. • See clearly to inspect surfaces, align parts, and read measurements. • Wear required safety gear.

Responsibilities

Builds and bonds helicopter rotor blades by preparing parts and operating bonding fixtures. Ensures all components meet blueprints and specifications through precise assembly and quality inspection.