Summary

The position of Toolmaker will be responsible for taking drawings, blueprints, or verbal instructions to build tooling assemblies, fabrications, and test equipment as directed by shop management. Toolmakers are required to use various types of conventional machine tools, precision measurement tools, and various hand tools to accomplish his or her task.

Essential Functions

1. The ability to fabricate tools and fixtures.
2. Interpret complicated aerospace drawings and specifications.
3. Use various types of fabrication equipment, conventional machine tools, precision measurement tools, and various hand tools.
4. Understanding of assembly, bonding, riveting, and other processes associated with tool shop jobs.
5. Tracker knowledge-build jig & fixtures using Laser Tracker is a plus.
6. Responsible for the initial review of product non conformance’s and rework instructions when applicable.
7. Advises customers on options for corrections, translates the customer’s instructions into planning, and monitors/manages the corrections to successful conclusion.

Qualifications and Skills

1. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved oral or written instructions.
2. must know assembly, bonding, composite materials, riveting, and other processes associated with tool shop jobs
3. Knowledge of flight hardware, tooling, and ground support
4. Advanced math skills (Algebra, Trigonometry, GD&T Math)
5. Set up and operate band saws, milling machines, lathes, surface grinders, hoist/crane equipment, etc.
6. Knowledge in use of hand tools (drill motors, grinders, basic measurement Instruments, etc.)
7. Ability to lift and carry objects weighing from 15 to 50 pounds.
8. Minimum six years’ experience as Toolmaker; including prior experience in Aerospace/Manufacturing setting.
9. Requires the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
10. Ability to work occasionally in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or snow