Pursuit Aerospace · 1 month ago
Metal Fabricator I
Stuart, FL, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expWhitcraft Group is a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, committed to operational improvement and customer service. The Metal Fabricator is responsible for fabricating, assembling, and repairing metal components according to engineering specifications while ensuring safety and quality standards.
AerospaceMachinery ManufacturingSupply Chain Management
No H1B
Responsibilities
Follow written work instructions to assemble aircraft structures or components. With or without the aid of fixtures may require forming, drilling, filing, reaming, countersinking, burring and fastening using various hand tools as well as electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment
Work with engineering to improve manufacturing processes
Responsible for setup and running of Forming Press Brake operations via Amada Press
Assemble, install, rework, repair and modify aircraft structural, mechanical assemblies, subassemblies, components. Requires following written manufacturing planning, blueprints, process specifications, repair and rework sketches, and following written and/or oral instructions
Ensure all assemblies and detail parts are free of Foreign Object Debris (FOD) and nonconformance issues. Check units for compliance using handheld precision measuring equipment, such as calipers, micrometers, height gages and scales
Learn and gain a better understanding of calibrated tooling and equipment such as but not limited to vernier calipers, height gages, pi-tapes, plug gages, micrometers, go/no go gages, thread gages, cylindrical plug and vertical dividing head
Become proficient in interpreting blueprints to determine how and where to fabricate, assemble and install sheet metal products
Become proficient in measuring, marking dimensions, and lay out material to be installed using tools such as scribes, rulers, calculators and squares
Become proficient in fastening joints and seams in sheet metal with solder, welds, caulk, bolts and metal driver clips, ensuring work is done carefully and bonds will last
Assist in checking parts using specified gages or check parts using furnished fixtures to see that dimensions are being maintained
Consistently maintain specific tolerances and accurately perform dimensions
Follow all applicable safety rules and precautions
Other job-related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or equivalent
1-3 years of related experience
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis
Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations
Preferred
Completion of a recognized apprenticeship program or technical certification in Metal Fabrication, Welding, or Precision Manufacturing
Proficiency in reading and interpreting, complex blueprints, process sheets, and engineering drawings
Experience using precision measuring equipment instruments (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, dial indicators)
Familiarity with Fabrication tools and machinery such as press breaks, rollers, shears, grinders, and rivet guns
Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills to identify and correct fabrication issues
Demonstrated ability to work with tight tolerances and maintain high quality standards
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate clearly with engineers, inspectors, and supervisors
Benefits
Health and disability insurance
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
EAP
Paid time off
Company-paid holidays
Company
Pursuit Aerospace
Pursuit Aerospace is a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine parts created using highly integrated and lean production systems.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-02-16Private Equity
Leadership Team
Doug Folsom
Chief Executive Officer
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