Fabrication Technician

Mach Industries • Victorville, CA

17h

About The Position

The Fabrication Technician supports hands-on prototyping and advanced manufacturing across custom test rig builds, structural aircraft modifications, and bespoke R&D hardware. The role requires precision welding, sheet metal fabrication, machining, and general metalworking, especially with aluminum, stainless steel, and titanium. The technician reads and interprets technical drawings and CAD models, operates basic CNC and waterjet equipment, and adapts fabrication processes in a fast-moving, iterative environment. Success requires attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and collaboration with engineers and technicians across disciplines. The technician must be available to work swing shifts and extended hours and weekends as needed.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of hands-on fabrication experience in a fast-paced prototyping or production environment.
• Proficiency in TIG welding, including aluminum, stainless steel, and carbon steel.
• Experience with sheet metal fabrication, structural assembly, and mechanical integration.
• Working knowledge of Flow Waterjet operation.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and follow precise fabrication instructions.
• Familiarity with manual machining, including mills, lathes, and grinders, and general metalworking tools.
• Strong attention to detail and a safety-minded approach.
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.
• Availability to work swing shifts, extended hours, and weekends as needed.
• Must meet U.S. export-control eligibility requirements or be eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with CAD software such as Siemens NX or SOLIDWORKS for reviewing and interpreting part models and technical drawings.
• Familiarity with machining principles, tolerancing, and GD&T.
• Experience collaborating on prototype development, iterative fabrication, and design-for-manufacturing feedback.
• Exposure to aerospace, defense, or advanced R&D environments.
• Understanding of visual and dimensional inspection and NDT preparation.
• Experience working in cross-functional teams alongside engineers and technical leads.
• Experience with stick welding or dual-shield welding.
• Press brake operation and programming experience.
• Fixture and part design experience.
• Woodworking experience.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate vehicle components, structural assemblies, and custom test fixtures using TIG welding, sheet metal techniques, and general metalworking.
• Perform horizontal, vertical, and overhead welds on aluminum, stainless steel, and carbon steel for prototype and production applications.
• Operate Flow Waterjet.
• Interpret engineering drawings and technical documents to complete builds accurately and with minimal supervision.
• Collaborate with engineers on prototype builds and provide Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) feedback.
• Assemble structural and fluid systems, including routing and integrating tubes, brackets, and hardware.
• Conduct dimensional checks and visual weld inspections, and prepare for NDT methods such as X-ray and dye penetrant when required.
• Apply lean manufacturing practices and contribute to continuous improvement of fabrication processes and workflows.
• Maintain and operate manual mills, lathes, and grinders as needed for custom fabrication work.
• Maintain shop cleanliness and organization and follow safety protocols.

Benefits

• Performance-based incentives or bonuses.
• Stock options or equity participation.
• Healthcare, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Paid time off.
• Continuing education, training, and career-growth funding.
• Health insurance.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed