Fabrication Technician
About The Position
Join North Wind – Accelerating Hypersonic Innovation. At North Wind, we are advancing hypersonic technologies through cutting-edge research, system development, and flight testing. Our team drives innovation in high-speed aerodynamics, propulsion systems, and mission-critical components, supporting every phase of hypersonic programs - from R&D to flight testing. If you are passionate about pushing technological boundaries in a dynamic environment, we invite you to join us. Satellite engineering offices across the US are available so location constraints are potentially flexible. Fabrication Lead Summary: Assists with ensuring task are performed within budget and schedule. Provides technical guidance as needed.
Requirements
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings and documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
- Demonstrated knowledge of fabrication procedures, special materials & tools, and Foreign Object Detection (FOD) prevention
- Troubleshooting mechancial or electrical problems
- All candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- Associates Degree
- 3+ years of related discipline
- A combination of education and experience equivalent to above
- May be required to travel up to 10% of the time
Responsibilities
- Support the Fabrication department by performing the technical duties associated with fabrication and assembly tasks including handwork, fit and finish.
- Verify conformance of finished assembly to specified tolerances, blueprint specifications, and other required specifications with various measurement tools, including, but not limited to, calipers, scales, micrometers, and gauges
- Interpret, select, adopt and apply appropriate guidelines, procedures, and practices which relate to appropriate assemblies, disassembles and component rework or repair
- Highlights issues and concerns early with the Fabrication Supervisor to be able to resolve effectively to achieve task, program and company objectives
Benefits
- North Wind is committed to pay transparency in compliance with applicable state and local laws.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
