Aircraft Tooling Technician

Description

Join a Growing Aerospace Team!

AAA USA is actively hiring experienced Aircraft Tooling Technicians to support aerospace manufacturing operations at a leading facilities in Multiple Locations.

We are seeking dependable and highly skilled professionals with experience in aerospace tooling, precision machining, industrial equipment maintenance, and fabrication. Ideal candidates will have experience working with precision jigs, molds, fixtures, lay-up tools, hydraulic systems, blueprints, GD&T, and precision measurement equipment in a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment.

Why Professionals Choose AAA USA

• •Competitive pay
• •Overtime opportunities
• •Long-term career opportunities
• •Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• •401(k) with company match
• •Paid time off and holidays
• •Career growth opportunities
• •Referral opportunities
• •Opportunities to work with leading companies across the United States

Essential Functions

• •Dismantle, move, assemble, install, modify, and repair industrial machinery, aerospace tooling, and equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, engineering drawings, or verbal instructions.
• •Dismantle machinery and equipment using hammers, wrenches, crowbars, and other hand tools.
• •Safely move machinery, tooling, and equipment using overhead cranes, hoists, dollies, rollers, and other material-handling equipment.
• •Assemble and install equipment such as conveyors, tram rails, fixtures, and other industrial systems using hand and power tools.
• •Construct equipment foundations and perform machine alignment to ensure proper operation and accuracy.
• •Perform scheduled inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs on machinery, tooling, and related equipment.
• •Set up and operate machine tools and fabrication equipment to manufacture, modify, or rework parts and tooling.
• •Maintain and repair precision jigs, molds, fixtures, and lay-up tools used in aircraft manufacturing.
• •Perform root-cause analysis in support of equipment reliability and continuous improvement initiatives.
• •Collaborate with vendors, engineering, team leaders, customers, other skilled trades, and management to troubleshoot equipment problems and develop effective corrective actions.
• •Rework, repair, and maintain tools made from a variety of materials.
• •Perform routine minor machine maintenance, including:
• •Replacing machine filters
• •Replacing standard machine and equipment light bulbs
• •Maintaining lubrication and coolant levels
• •Performing basic preventative maintenance activities

• •Repair, modify, and build lay-up tools according to engineering and manufacturing requirements.
• •Use precision measurement and inspection equipment, including laser tracking systems, as required.
• •Read and interpret GD&T drawings, blueprints, engineering specifications, and technical documentation.
• •Maintain accurate records and documentation related to tooling maintenance, repairs, inspections, and modifications.
• •Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention requirements.
• •Follow all applicable OSHA ,facility safety and quality requirements.
• •Maintain confidentiality of company, customer, engineering, and production information.

Requirements

• •3+ years of experience in aerospace tooling, precision machining, industrial machinery maintenance, or a related technical field.
• •High school diploma/GED or successful completion of a WorkKeys Assessment.
• •Strong mechanical aptitude and experience working with hand and power tools.
• •Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T.
• •Experience working with precision tooling, fixtures, molds, jigs, or similar equipment.
• •Experience with hydraulic systems and industrial machinery.
• •Experience operating or working around overhead gantry cranes and material-handling equipment.
• •Ability to use precision measurement and inspection equipment, including laser trackers.
• •Ability to perform troubleshooting and root-cause analysis on mechanical and tooling-related issues.
• •Ability to communicate complex technical issues clearly to co-workers, engineering, management, vendors, and customers.
• •Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• •Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• •Ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters.
• •Must be able to meet U.S. Person requirements for ITAR compliance.