Tool Builder/Technician

Verus Aerospace•Wichita, KS

11h

About The Position

When you join the Verus Aerospace team, you are more than a number – you are a valued part of our company family. Superior craftsmanship, employee pride and a shared commitment to continuous improvement are the foundation of our success. We have a strong reputation for professionalism and quality in the aerospace industry. Our company is committed to excellence and we recognize that the right people, offering their ideas and expertise, will enable us to continue our success. We seek team members who are passionate, adaptable, driven to achieve quality results, focused on continuous improvement, self-motivated and problem solvers. Position Summary: This position requires aircraft industry experience and knowledge of aerospace structural component manufacturing processes. Lays out, fabricates, assembles, and repairs jigs, fixtures, forms, templates, and related tooling used in manufacturing aircraft parts and assemblies, following blueprints, sketches, Catia data sets and specifications, using hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment. Reviews engineering information, tool design drawings/models, and other specifications to determine methods and sequence of operations to fabricate tools. Provides planning, direction, and coordination for all technical activities for tool design and manufacture while monitors performance to estimates, budgets and organization goals. Ensures compliance of company policies, procedures, and objectives.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in an Aerospace Manufacturing environment
Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints and GD&T
Strong understanding of customer requirements and industry specifications
Ability managing projects independently from start to finish, with minimal supervision
Solid mathematical skills for precision measurement and fabrication
Capability to prepare detailed fabrication and machining instructions for team members

Responsibilities

Design, build, and repair precision tools, jigs, fixtures, and gauges.
Interpret blueprints and MBD models: proficiency in GD&T required.
Collaborate with engineers and team member to develop and manufacture tools.
Design tooling components using CAD software (CATIA V5).
Troubleshoot issues with tooling by identifying and resolving problems independently or in collaboration with necessary department.
Operate cranes, forklifts, and other heavy machinery safely and effectively.
Utilize precision measuring equipment (e.g. micrometers, calipers) for quality control.
Prepare tool manufacturing plans, including sketches and detailed fabrication instructions.
Use hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment to assemble tools complete.
Track job hours and status, ensuring accurate reporting
Participates in development of manufacturing, engineering and quality process standards.
Participates in developing organization and department goals and objectives.
Gives input on and controls department budget.
Ensures compliance of company policies, procedures, and objectives.
Identify and solve problems with root cause corrective actions (RCCA).
Acceptable attendance is an essential function of the position.
Report to work on time, follow instructions, interact well co-workers, understand and follow work rules and procedures.
Other various duties as needed or as assigned.