Toolmaker

Description

Company Background and Summary

Votaw Precision Technologies is a trusted leader in the manufacturing of complex precision components, assemblies, and systems for the aerospace, defense, and industrial sectors. With a strong reputation for technical excellence, quality craftsmanship, and on-time delivery, Votaw supports some of the world’s most demanding programs through its advanced manufacturing capabilities. The company specializes in precision machining, fabrication, welding, and complex assembly operations for mission-critical applications. Votaw Precision Technologies has long been a trusted partner in building mission-critical hardware for some of the most advanced aerospace and defense programs in the world. Our precision components support the International Space Station, nearly every major launch vehicle in operation, high-performance spacecraft (including classified missions), as well as next-generation fighter aircraft, bombers, submarines, radar systems, and ground vehicles.

The position of Toolmaker will be responsible to work with the use of drawings, models, or verbal instructions to build tooling assemblies, fabrications, and test equipment as directed by shop management. Toolmakers are required to use various types of conventional machine tools, precision measurement tools, and various hand tools to accomplish their task. Daily follow ups on status of all job components running through the shop at all work centers. 

Essential Functions

• The ability to fabricate tools and fixtures.
• Interpret complicated aerospace drawings and specifications.
• Use various types of fabrication equipment, conventional machine tools, precision measurement tools, and various hand tools.
• Understanding of assembly, bonding, riveting, and other processes associated with tool shop jobs.
• Tracker knowledge-build jig & fixtures using Laser Tracker is a plus.
• Responsible for the initial review of product nonconformance’s and rework instructions when applicable.
• Advises customers on options for corrections, translates the customer’s instructions into planning, and monitors/manages the corrections to successful conclusion.
• Take full ownership of the assigned job once its kicked-off, from start to delivery of a compliant part on-time within the quoted hours.
• Review and familiarize yourself with the job package – need to know customer Purchase Order requirements inside and out. This includes the following: due date, total hours quoted, specs, quality requirements, Bill of Material, lessons learned if repeat part.
• Review checklists from estimating and quality.
• Work with Planner to establish workflow. 
• Check Material and hardware received regularly – physically and within the system.
• Work with quality on resolving any discrepancies impacting delivery or schedule and report to Supervisor and Program Manager. See the process through helping develop a recovery plan.

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills

Required:

• Must understand assembly, bonding, composite materials, riveting, and other processes associated with tool shop jobs.
• Knowledge of flight hardware, tooling, and ground support equipment.
• Advanced math skills (Algebra, Trigonometry, GD&T Math)
• Set up and operate band saws, milling machines, lathes, surface grinders, hoist/crane equipment, etc.
• Knowledge in use of hand tools (drill motors, grinders, basic measurement Instruments, etc.)
• Minimum six years’ experience as Toolmaker; including prior experience in Aerospace/Manufacturing setting.
• Requires the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications 
• Ability to work occasionally in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, or rain.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace, defense, or precision machining industries.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and ability to maintain work area cleanliness.
• Familiarity with in an AS9100 Rev D environment, including traceability, and non-conformance handling.
• Ability to read complex blueprints with GD&T and understand cycle times to validate schedules and routings is a plus.

Personal Attributes

• Able to communicate effectively with non-technical staff and with members of interdisciplinary teams.
• Flexible and adaptable in regard to learning and understanding new technologies.
• Strong written, oral, presentation, critical thinking interpersonal communication skills.
• Highly self-motivated and directed.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

Work Conditions

• Ability to work onsite, including hours outside of a normal working day, to meet critical deadlines. 
• Ability to walk the shop floor to obtain a visual on job status.  
• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing from 15 to 50 pounds.
• Ability to operate forklift and overhead cranes in a safe manner. 

Additional Requirements

• This position requires the use of information or access to hardware subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons as defined by ITAR. 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience.

Votaw Precision Technologies, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets.