Fmi Aerostructures Jobs in Usa
39 positions found
Who is FMI?
FMI Aerostructures is one of the largest independent manufacturing businesses serving the aerospace & defense industry. Our 250-member team has been a trusted supply chain partner that manufactures critical structural components and complex assemblies for major aerospace players for over 40 years.
Why FMI makes a difference?
Customers are at the center of everything at FMI. We are excited that this team can work with key partners like Northrop Grumman and Lockheed Martin using our critical components to help important new aerospace programs take flight. Our machinists are the best in the industry, and we are investing to support their continued success. When they win, our customers win.
Why FMI could be the right fit for your career?
This is an opportunity to work locally for a long-standing, stable business that is investing to grow.
Summary: CNC Machinists are highly skilled professionals, able to work with great concentration and precision. They must be responsible and comply with all safety guidelines. A keen eye for detail and great mechanical aptitude are also essential.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Requires using hands to handle tools or controls
Requires repetitive movement
Must have vision (with or without assistance) capable of seeing small objects at a close distance
Requires prolonged standing/sitting
Requires lifting up to 25lbs
Responsibilities:
Call up CNC programs
Set-up machine and produce parts
Set up equipment/machinery and install equipment or attachments on machinery or related structures
Read and understand job traveler instructions, technical drawings and set-up diagrams
Measure and record products or materials to control quality
Monitor machinery/equipment operation to detect problems
Use hand tools; Adjust production equipment / machinery setup
Load or unload material onto machinery
Clean equipment or machinery
Apply Procedures and Work Instructions
Requirements:
Requirements
Required Skills / Experience:
- Ability to read, comprehend and follow instructions and directions
- Must be able to read, speak, write and understand English
- Ability to read blueprints
- Knowledge and the ability to read and understand 1/1000-, 1/100- and 1/10-inch measurements- G and M codes
Compare for correctness, count accurately
Good communication skills
Good interpersonal skills
Self-starter with demonstrated ability to achieve results
Basic mathematics for daily use formulas
Positive attitude, Team player, Manufacturing/CNC experience/background, Cleanroom experience
High school diploma, GED or five (5) years work experience.
This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to high, precarious places and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals, and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
Compensation details: 22-40 Hourly Wage
PI11ab590026c1-26289-37442911
Who is FMI?
FMI Aerostructures is one of the largest independent manufacturing businesses serving the aerospace & defense industry. Our 250-member team has been a trusted supply chain partner that manufactures critical structural components and complex assemblies for major aerospace players for over 40 years.
Why FMI makes a difference?
Customers are at the center of everything at FMI. We are excited that this team can work with key partners like Northrop Grumman and Lockheed Martin using our critical components to help important new aerospace programs take flight. Our machinists are the best in the industry, and we are investing to support their continued success. When they win, our customers win.
Why FMI could be the right fit for your career?
This is an opportunity to work locally for a long-standing, stable business that is investing to grow.
Write, develop, and edit CNC programs in conjunction with continuous improvements
Plan machining operations by reviewing work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters;
interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
Coordinates with engineering and manufacturing staff to resolve issues regarding manufacturability of designs
Create Programming instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs.
Analyze drawings, blueprints, and design data in order to calculate correct part dimension for machines,
tool selection, machine speeds, and feed rates.
Occasionally set up and operate CNC equipment as needed.
Maintain specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing,
knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to
quality assurance procedures and processes.
Use precision measuring instruments including micrometers and calipers, and fixtures and gauges
to check work and perform detailed inspection of parts produced
Read Instrumentation and gauges to accurately measure dimensions on parts being machined within specified tolerance.
Completing quality control tests during the manufacturing stage and on the final product.
Requirements:
A minimum of 5 years experience in CNC programming
Experience programming 5 Axis vertical and horizontal mill machines.
Must have knowledge of high temp alloy metals such as titanium, Inconel, aluminum and stainless steels
Must be proficient in CATIA V5
Must having working knowledge of 3D solid modeling concepts and design skills.
This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to high, precarious places and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals, and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
Compensation details: 40-75 Hourly Wage
PI2682ccc6505e-26289-39664095
Who is FMI?
FMI Aerostructures is one of the largest independent manufacturing businesses serving the aerospace & defense industry. Our 250-member team has been a trusted supply chain partner that manufactures critical structural components and complex assemblies for major aerospace players for over 40 years.
Why FMI makes a difference?
Customers are at the center of everything at FMI. We are excited that this team can work with key partners like Northrop Grumman and Lockheed Martin using our critical components to help important new aerospace programs take flight. Our machinists are the best in the industry, and we are investing to support their continued success. When they win, our customers win.
Why FMI could be the right fit for your career?
This is an opportunity to work locally for a long-standing, stable business that is investing to grow.
Summary: CNC Machinists are highly skilled professionals, able to work with great concentration and precision. They must be responsible and comply with all safety guidelines. A keen eye for detail and great mechanical aptitude are also essential.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Requires using hands to handle tools or controls
Requires repetitive movement
Must have vision (with or without assistance) capable of seeing small objects at a close distance
Requires prolonged standing/sitting
Requires lifting up to 25lbs
Responsibilities:
Call up CNC programs
Set-up machine and produce parts
Set up equipment/machinery and install equipment or attachments on machinery or related structures
Read and understand job traveler instructions, technical drawings and set-up diagrams
Measure and record products or materials to control quality
Monitor machinery/equipment operation to detect problems
Use hand tools; Adjust production equipment / machinery setup
Load or unload material onto machinery
Clean equipment or machinery
Apply Procedures and Work Instructions
Requirements:
Required Skills / Experience:
- Ability to read, comprehend and follow instructions and directions
- Must be able to read, speak, write and understand English
- Ability to read blueprints
- Knowledge and the ability to read and understand 1/1000-, 1/100- and 1/10-inch measurements- G and M codes
Compare for correctness, count accurately
Good communication skills
Good interpersonal skills
Self-starter with demonstrated ability to achieve results
Basic mathematics for daily use formulas
Positive attitude, Team player, Manufacturing/CNC experience/background, Cleanroom experience
High school diploma, GED or five (5) years work experience.
This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to high, precarious places and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals, and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
Compensation details: 22-40 Hourly Wage
PI79d00d767bab-26289-37431773
FMI – The Food Industry Association: We’re Hiring a State Government Relations Director
Are you a government affairs professional who can break down complex policies and confidently present them to executives, committees, and industry leaders? Do you enjoy building coalitions, leading working groups, and bringing people together around shared priorities? Then this might be the role for you. Keep reading!
Quick Snapshot: In this role, you’ll provide expertise on state legislation, laws, and regulatory actions that impact our members, and deliver presentations to key FMI committees and meetings. You will also engage with state and local industry partners and represent FMI and its members to external stakeholders.
What you’ll do in This Role:
- Provide research, analysis, and strategic guidance to FMI members, state associations, and staff on priority state government affairs issues.
- Monitor, analyze, and report on pending and enacted state legislation and regulatory activity, as directed by the Vice President of Government Relations, utilizing FMI’s legislative tracking system to assess member impact and compliance requirements.
- Manage state relationships to benefit FMI’s strategic initiatives, programs, and policies.
- Identify, report, and collaborate on emerging state public policy initiatives and share findings with the FMI team and committees.
- Create and run FMI member state legislative working groups and coalitions on key issues as the need arises.
- Research and prepare information on priority state issues, including developing and drafting policy papers, background documents, and other deliverables.
- Collaborate with the FMI State Affairs team to build State Retreat and State Regional Legislative Planning agendas and obtain speakers for these meetings.
- Create and write articles for FMI Government Affairs or other issue-specific newsletters.
- Assist in the recruitment of new members.
The Background and Skills That You’ll Need to be Successful:
- A college degree and a minimum of seven to ten years of professional work experience in government or government affairs.
- Knowledge of and/or experience working in the food industry, working with state legislatures and regulatory authorities and agencies.
- Excellent written communication skills, including editing and proofreading.
- Excellent oral communication skills, including the ability to create presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint, and experience giving presentations to a variety of audiences.
- Must be self-directed with excellent time and project management skills and an ability to organize, prioritize, and accomplish multiple tasks with strict attention to detail and with minimal supervision.
Why FMI? We are the champions for the food industry and the issues that make a difference to our members in the food industry. Our work touches the lives of over 120 million households in the U.S. and representing a $1 trillion industry with over 6 million employees. By joining our team, you will become part of a diverse, engaging, and supportive environment where your contributions directly impact the future of the food retail industry.
Our Benefits: We offer a generous benefits package that includes health benefits, 401(k), 11 paid holidays, paid leave benefits, a summer hours program allowing you to work only four hours on Fridays during the summer, plenty of additional remote work opportunities including two weeks at the end of August, the week of Thanksgiving and two weeks at the end of December, volunteer opportunities (if you want to give back to your community), the chance to join our employee wellness group and much more!
This position requires you to work in our Arlington, Virginia office for a minimum of two full days per week. You’ll also receive a parking space in our building or be reimbursed for up to $175 per month for commuting expenses via Metro bus or train, MARC train, etc.
Apply Now: If you're ready to drive meaningful change on state legislative and regulatory issues that shape the food industry, apply now.
Learn more about FMI by visiting our website at stategovernmentaffairs #legislative #projectmanagement #Multistate #publicaffairs #writing #legislationtracking #trackingpolicy #policy #JoinFMI
FMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Aerostructures Manager
Aerospace
Ann Arbor, MI
$150k (flex on experience)
We've been retained with an aerospace engineering scale-up who focus on advanced R&D and morphing structures. They've recently won government projects, working on wing designs and airframe structures of new aircraft.
They're looking for an Aerostructures Manager who will act as a technical leader for structural analysis and aerostructures design. The company will be scaling by 70 employees over the next 18 months and has big plans for this position.
Responsibilities
- Lead structural analysis methodology
- Guide engineers on best practices for aircraft structures
- Help shape wing structural design decisions
- Support clean-sheet aircraft development through testing and certification
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
- 8-12+ years of experience in aircraft structural design and analysis.
- 3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience.
- Strong knowledge of aircraft wing structural analysis.
Why apply?
- High company growth
- Company on track to 3x revenue this year
- health benefits
- profit-sharing scheme
If you're interested in this opportunity, please click the 'easy apply' button or reach out to
Aerospace Quality Inspector (1st Shift)
About the Organization
Applied Aerospace & Defense (Applied) is a premier provider of advanced design, engineering, and vertically integrated manufacturing solutions for leading and next-generation space and defense technology companies. Applied builds complex hardware for extreme operating environments and is focused on three core markets: Space and Launch Systems, Defense Aviation and Airborne Systems, and C5ISR and Precision Strike Systems. With decades of space and defense manufacturing heritage, Applied combines deep material science and IP-enabled process expertise with the ability to enable rapid prototyping, enhance new product development, and responsively scale production. Across its nationwide infrastructure of advanced manufacturing facilities, Applied continuously supports a balanced mix of next-generation technology and platform development, large scale production programs, and aftermarket sustainment for enduring platforms.
EOE Statement
Applied Aerospace and Defense is an equal opportunity employer.
Description
In an assigned cell, perform a variety of inspection processes, using various tools and equipment, following standardized methods and established techniques, to verify production process integrity up through and which may include preparation and presentation of parts to customer for Final Inspection or sale. Assist in 1st Article presentations or Production Lot Test initiatives. Accept or reject material based on findings.
TYPICAL DUTIES:
- Work from applicable written inspection procedures, drawings, and other pertinent instructions to plan and perform dimensional and visual inspection on parts, tools, gages, and other equipment, accepting material or referring for rework or quality review based on findings.
- Use a variety of fixed and variable measuring instruments including computerized machines where program instructions are well defined to check dimensions and recording results. Perform necessary mathematical computations to determine extent of non-conformance and complete appropriate paperwork.
- Follow established procedures to perform in-line checks and verification of dimensions and make sure that operation sheets are being followed.
- Recognize need and arrange for repair or replacement of equipment used in performing work as necessary.
- Support initiatives as directed to reduce MRB and re-work requirements, and assist in the manufacture of quality parts.
- Assist on various internal program audits.
- May assist others at their direction in the investigation of unusual non-conformances, new or changed inspection sequences, and other specialized assignments within the scope and skill level of this job function.
- Support Lean Manufacturing/Continuous Improvement initiatives and function as requested.
- Recommend, and participate in environmental health and safety practices.
- Refer difficulties to higher-level Inspectors, Lead Person, and /or Supervisor.
- Perform routine servicing throughout assigned area following specified procedures, and written instructions, such as operators' checklist, for upkeep and to assure equipment operates properly.
- May be assigned to carry out tasks, not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department or cell objectives and to develop individual skills.
- May be required to train for, obtain, and maintain licenses, operator permits, and certifications within assigned area or cell.
Position Requirements
Shift
First
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
Location
Applied Aerospace & Defense, Newington
Category
Manufacturing
Req Number
MAN-26-00008
Position
Cell QA Inspector C
Close Date
Post Internal Days
0
Number of Openings
1
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt
Hiring Manager(s)
This position is currently accepting applications.
Apply Now
Program Manager - Santa Ana
About the Organization
Applied Aerospace & Defense (Applied) is a premier provider of advanced design, engineering, and vertically integrated manufacturing solutions for leading and next-generation space and defense technology companies. Applied builds complex hardware for extreme operating environments and is focused on three core markets: Space and Launch Systems, Defense Aviation and Airborne Systems, and C5ISR and Precision Strike Systems. With decades of space and defense manufacturing heritage, Applied combines deep material science and IP-enabled process expertise with the ability to enable rapid prototyping, enhance new product development, and responsively scale production. Across its nationwide infrastructure of advanced manufacturing facilities, Applied continuously supports a balanced mix of next-generation technology and platform development, large scale production programs, and aftermarket sustainment for enduring platforms.
EOE Statement
Applied Aerospace and Defense is an equal opportunity employer.
Description
Position Summary
The program manager is responsible for the execution of one or more simultaneous products according to their Product Life Cycle. Responsible for the cost, schedule and technical performance of company programs or subsystems of major programs. Participates in the negotiation of contract and contract changes. Coordinates the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract. Acts as primary customer contact for program activities, leading program review sessions with customer to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance. Expands the product line with the customer. Establishes milestones and monitors adherence to master plans and schedules, identifies program problems and obtains solutions, such as allocation of resources or changing contractual specifications. Directs the work of employees assigned to the program from technical, manufacturing and administrative areas. Responsible for the daily execution of projects in accordance with contract requirements and company policies, procedures and guidelines. Works closely with the business development team to enhance the business portfolio of the organization. Leads monthly program reviews
Additional Duties and Responsibilities
- Support and communicate the mission, values and culture of the Company.
- Travels to customers and potential customers' facilities providing them with information and support as required to secure business
- Ensure that the right product is developed to meet or exceed company's quality standard and is delivered at the right time.
- Lead program teams and facilitate the communication and interaction among the functional representatives.
- Develop and implement recovery plans for off-schedule and unanticipated eventualities.
- Coordinate with customers, through marketing and sales, to provide necessary program status and obtain customer feedback.
- Assist in the preparation of written quotes, RFP's, RFI's and RFQ responses and sales proposals & negotiations
- Handle all customer calls on timely basis
- Ensure new product information is communicated to appropriate personnel as required
Minimum Requirements and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in a technical, business or financial discipline.
- Five + years program management experience.
- Travel is primarily locally during the business day, although some out of the area travel and overnight may be expected.
Additional Desirable Qualifications Skills and Knowledge
- Aerospace Industry experience is a must
- Defense/military industry experience
- Highest degree of integrity and compliance in all activities
- Excellent verbal and writing skills and ability to present sales proposals in person, via phone, via the web to all levels of customers/prospects
- Proven success in prospecting, hunting and farming new customers
- Demonstrated use of fair negotiating tactics & methods to build long term customer partnership
- General knowledge of accounting, manufacturing procedures, supply chain capabilities, data processing, quality control procedures and engineering
- Understanding of pricing concepts as it relates to sales of products
- Proficient in Microsoft suite of Word, Power Point & Excel
- Ability to draft moderate to complex, contractual instruments
- Excellent knowledge of legal principles to enable identification of risk in business agreements, and negotiation of the same. FMS and international contracting experience a strong plus. Knowledge of U.S. export laws (ITAR/EAR) required. Ability to travel overseas if/as required.
Physical Requirements (Lifting, Walking, Bending, Stooping kneeling etc)
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Integral Aerospace, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, marital or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.
ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening and applicants must meet INTEGRAL AEROSPACE security standards as imposed by DoD, including the issuance of any necessary security clearance by the U.S. Government within a reasonable time after commencement of employment. The Company will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.
Integral Aerospace, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, marital or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.
This employer participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: e-verify/employees
Position Requirements
Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years production planning experience in aerospace or similar manufacturing industry
- A proactive team player with a background in production planning/scheduling and inventory control
- Knowledge and experience of MRP/ERP and SCM in a data-driven environment
- Proficient in MRP (Jobboss preferred but not required)
- Must possess excellent reasoning and communication skills, high level of energy, creating thinking and problem solving abilities
- Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)
- APICS certification (CPIM or CFPIM) a plus.
Shift
-not applicable-
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
Location
Applied Aerospace & Defense, Santa Ana
Category
Program Management
Req Number
PRO-23-00013
Position
Program Manager - Boylston
Close Date
Post Internal Days
0
Number of Openings
1
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Exempt
Hiring Manager(s)
Jacqueline Cadena
This position is currently accepting applications.
Apply Now
Aerospace Assembly Technician (1st shift)
About the Organization
Applied Aerospace & Defense (Applied) is a premier provider of advanced design, engineering, and vertically integrated manufacturing solutions for leading and next-generation space and defense technology companies. Applied builds complex hardware for extreme operating environments and is focused on three core markets: Space and Launch Systems, Defense Aviation and Airborne Systems, and C5ISR and Precision Strike Systems. With decades of space and defense manufacturing heritage, Applied combines deep material science and IP-enabled process expertise with the ability to enable rapid prototyping, enhance new product development, and responsively scale production. Across its nationwide infrastructure of advanced manufacturing facilities, Applied continuously supports a balanced mix of next-generation technology and platform development, large scale production programs, and aftermarket sustainment for enduring platforms.
EOE Statement
Applied Aerospace and Defense is an equal opportunity employer.
Description
FUNCTION:
In an assigned area or cell, work with limited supervision to perform the assembly of Production aircraft parts as well as the teardown, and assembly of Overhaul & Repair designated aircraft parts.
TYPICAL DUTIES:
- Performs fitting and assembly operations on various production aircraft parts.
- Performs teardown and assembly of overhaul & repair aircraft parts.
- Cleans and applies special adhesives to materials resulting in a permanent bonding of the materials. Sets up and controls furnace temperature in accordance with established specifications.
- Must be capable of reading and interpreting blueprints, operation sheets, technical specifications and overhaul manuals.
- Maintains necessary records and files.
- Works with limited supervision.
- Assists operators in a lower classification on assembly techniques as needed.
- Performs temporary part marking, In process transfer marking and final part parking operations using Vibro Engraving, Electro-chemical Etch, Ink Stamp, Dot-Peening, and Paint marking with suitable legibility to meet drawing or customer specification requirements
- Works under supervision with salary and hourly support groups to address the most complex problems.
- Must possess a skill level that eliminates errors that cause nonconforming material and maintain a consistent level of high quality work. Identify non-conformances at time of occurrence. Recognize opportunities for non-conformances and notify management of need for action.
- Actively participate in various aspects of Lean production and Continuous Improvement projects that drive efficiency improvements.
- Must work safely at all times. Participate in safety improvement initiatives by raising any safety concerns and helping to come up with corrective actions.
- May be assigned to carry out tasks, not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department or cell objectives and to develop individuals' skills.
Position Requirements
Shift
First
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
Location
Applied Aerospace & Defense, Newington
Category
Manufacturing
Req Number
MAN-26-00003
Position
Assembler Aircraft A
Close Date
Post Internal Days
0
Number of Openings
1
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt
Hiring Manager(s)
This position is currently accepting applications.
Apply Now
Quality Inspector
About the Organization
Applied Aerospace & Defense (Applied) is a premier provider of advanced design, engineering, and vertically integrated manufacturing solutions for leading and next-generation space and defense technology companies. Applied builds complex hardware for extreme operating environments and is focused on three core markets: Space and Launch Systems, Defense Aviation and Airborne Systems, and C5ISR and Precision Strike Systems. With decades of space and defense manufacturing heritage, Applied combines deep material science and IP-enabled process expertise with the ability to enable rapid prototyping, enhance new product development, and responsively scale production. Across its nationwide infrastructure of advanced manufacturing facilities, Applied continuously supports a balanced mix of next-generation technology and platform development, large scale production programs, and aftermarket sustainment for enduring platforms.
EOE Statement
Applied Aerospace and Defense is an equal opportunity employer.
Description
The Quality Inspector is responsible for the inspection, documentation, and certification of critical components throughout the production process, including parts subject to flight safety requirements. This role ensures compliance with AS9100, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements through precise measurement and rigorous recordkeeping.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Performs various inspection activities utilizing precision inspection equipment at all phases of product manufacturing. Uses GD&T concepts, customer supplied specifications, and internal standards, to ensure compliance with AS9100, NADCAP, and other regulatory requirements.
- Read and understand complex engineering drawings to determine dimensions and tolerance specifications.
- Compare recorded measurements to blueprint dimensions and tolerances and notify specified persons of discrepancies using NCF and MRB process
- Familiarity with the use of various inspection and measurement equipment, i.e. CMM, FARO Arm, Borescope, Optical Comparator, etc. preferred
- Strong understanding of units of measure and applicability to GD&T principles
- Must be self-motivated and able to adjust to a dynamic work environment and tempo while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
- Strong professional ethics combined with the ability to function well on teams.
Position Requirements
- Experience in aerospace manufacturing or similarly regulated industry preferred.
- Familiarity with performing various inspection activities to include, i.e., 1st piece, in-process, final inspections
- High School Diploma or GED
- Knowledgeable of MS Word, and Excel
- Minimum of 3 to 5 years' experience in the operation of CMM's preferred (Mitutoyo/Metris/Zeiss)
- Familiarity with operation/programming of FARO arm preferred
Shift
First
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
Location
Applied Aerospace & Defense, Enfield
Category
Quality Control
Req Number
QUA-25-00017
Position
Quality Inspector
Close Date
Post Internal Days
0
Number of Openings
1
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt
Hiring Manager(s)
This position is currently accepting applications.
Apply Now
CNC Machinist (2nd shift)
About the Organization
Applied Aerospace & Defense (Applied) is a premier provider of advanced design, engineering, and vertically integrated manufacturing solutions for leading and next-generation space and defense technology companies. Applied builds complex hardware for extreme operating environments and is focused on three core markets: Space and Launch Systems, Defense Aviation and Airborne Systems, and C5ISR and Precision Strike Systems. With decades of space and defense manufacturing heritage, Applied combines deep material science and IP-enabled process expertise with the ability to enable rapid prototyping, enhance new product development, and responsively scale production. Across its nationwide infrastructure of advanced manufacturing facilities, Applied continuously supports a balanced mix of next-generation technology and platform development, large scale production programs, and aftermarket sustainment for enduring platforms.
EOE Statement
Applied Aerospace and Defense is an equal opportunity employer.
Description
FUNCTION:
Set up, operate, troubleshoot and perform work on a variety of machinery. Be flexible, willing and capable of being trained on additional machines. Perform work at a consistently high level of quality. Be reliable in consistency of work and willingness to work outside of core area of expertise.
Position Requirements
TYPICAL DUTIES:
Must be capable & willing to set up operations that have previously been proven out independently without oversight of a leadman or CNC programmer.
Must be capable of running a minimum of two of the following machine types: 3 and 4 axis Horizontal and Vertical Machining Centers, 5 axis machining centers, Vertical Turret Lathes, Cylindrical Grinders, Mill/Turn machines, CNC boring machines, Horizontal lathes, manual machines.
Must be willing to perform work on machines throughout the shop, not only the machines that are within the person's core area of expertise. For example: must be willing to perform work on a Mitsubishi 4 axis machining center even when the person normally runs a Mazak 730 Variaxis.
Must be capable & willing to identify opportunities for improvement in tooling, cutting methods, mistake proofing & work instruction documentation.
Must possess a skill level that eliminates errors that cause nonconforming material and maintain a consistent level of high quality work. Identify non-conformances at time of occurrence. Recognize opportunities for non-conformances and notify management of need for action.
Actively participate in various aspects of Continuous Improvement projects which may include but is not limited to 5S, TPM, kaizen events, and set-up reduction events, which is aligned with the commitment to continuous improvement activities in Article II of the collective bargaining agreement.
Must work safely at all times. Participate in safety improvement initiatives by raising any safety concerns and helping to come up with corrective actions.
Must be capable & willing to assist or train other employees in this or lower classifications as needed.
Refer difficulties to leader or supervisor as appropriate
May be assigned to carry out tasks, not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department or cell objectives and to develop individuals' skills.
Shift
-not applicable-
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
Location
Applied Aerospace & Defense, Newington
Category
Manufacturing
Req Number
MAN-26-00005
Position
All Around Machinist - A
Close Date
Post Internal Days
0
Number of Openings
1
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt
Hiring Manager(s)
This position is currently accepting applications.
Apply Now