Die Design And Tooling Apprentice

About the role

As a Die Design and Tooling Apprentice, you’ll play a vital role in assisting the team in producing high-strength structural components used in aerospace applications worldwide. This is a hands-on opportunity to contribute to a mission that literally helps the world take flight.

Why join us

• Safety First: We prioritize a safe work environment and provide the training and equipment to protect our team.
• Ownership of Excellence: We empower our employees to take pride in their work and strive for quality in every part produced.
• Advancement Through Innovation: We offer clear pathways for growth and development within a cutting-edge industry.
• Respect for Craftsmanship: We recognize and reward the skill, dedication, and hard work of our front-line team.

Responsibilities

• Exercise and promote safety
• Scan design documents into the system
• Be familiar with ITAR requirements
• Learn basics of design of tooling
• Learn basics of machining of tooling
• Be trained on SolidWorks and machines as applicable
• Learn ANSI standard and familiarize themselves with industry tolerances
• Read and understand blueprints
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

• Minimum Education: HS Diploma or GED
• Minimum Experience: Machining and CAD/CAM knowledge with some practical experience
• Communication Skills: Ability to effectively listen and communicate ideas and thoughts to others; able to assimilate ideas originated by others
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions and decimals
• Reasoning Skills: Ability to carry out and communicate written and/or oral instructions
• Physical Requirements: Physically able to stand, bend, reach, climb, and lift up to 50 lbs regularly

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $20/hr
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Begin earning PTO after just 90 days of employment
• Health Coverage: Access high quality and affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy
• Retirement Savings: Enjoy a generous up to 10% employer match on 401(k) retirement contributions
• Your Time Matters: Paid holidays, breaks, and lunch periods that support your well-being
• Personal Growth: Tuition reimbursement and Volunteer PTO to invest in your future and give back to your community
• Additional perks that make UAC a great place to build your career

Safety & Compliance

All UAC employees must know and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety trainings, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries. Employees must understand the PPE and wear it properly.

This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as a U.S. citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. ‘Green Card Holder’), Political Asylee, or Refugee. This information is collected solely for purposes of complying with U.S. export control requirements.