Sheet Metal Fabrication Technician

Torch Technologies is a 100% employee-owned, Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County, headquartered in Huntsville, AL. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of Defense. As one of the nation’s top 100 defense companies, the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country. Our corporate mission is “Lighting the Pathway of Freedom.” As a Certified Evergreen ESOP, we are committed to growing and sustaining our company for the next 100 years.

About the role

We are looking to hire a motivated Sheet Metal Fabrication Technician to work in a fabrication shop in a prototyping and low-volume manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate must have strong fabrication skills, can work independently, and take pride in clean, accurate work. The Sheet Metal Technician will work within a diverse team of machinists, welders, technicians, and engineers to develop and produce mechanical hardware solutions for a wide range of applications including commercial, aerospace, and defense systems.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate sheet metal parts from steel, aluminum, and stainless
• Measure, cut, bend, notch, and form parts to print
• Operate shop equipment including:
  • Press brakes
  • Rollers
  • Drill presses and saws
  • CNC Plasma or laser cutting equipment
• Read and interpret blueprints, CAD drawings, and work orders
• Deburr, finish, and prep parts for paint or assembly
• Inspect completed work for quality and accuracy
• Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean, organized shop
• Follow all shop safety procedures

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship
• Associate degree, or 2 years of formal technical training
• 2+ years' experience in shop-based sheet metal fabrication environment
• Experience programming and operating a CNC waterjet, plasma, or laser machine
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance
• Ability to read prints and fabricate without constant supervision
• Strong layout, measuring, and problem-solving skills
• Experience with press brakes and precision forming
• Comfortable working with tight tolerances and repeatable parts
• Dependable, punctual, and quality-focused

Preferred Qualifications

• CAD/CAM exposure (SolidWorks, Fusion, etc.)

Workplace safety is a priority at Torch. Candidates must receive and present an OSHA 10-Hour Training Course for General Industry certification (either a card from the Department of Labor or certificate of completion from an authorized trainer) within the first 90 days of employment. Preference will be given to candidates who have completed training prior to employment. Training may be completed online.

Schedule

4-10's (Monday–Thursday)

Benefits

• ESOP participation
• 401(k) match and safe-harbor contribution
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health Savings Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Education assistance
• Paid time off and holidays