Tool Builder 1

Ascent Aerospace is a world-renowned, single-source provider of production and automated assembly systems for the aerospace and defense industry. We provide high-precision advanced automated equipment as well as a full suite of both mold and assembly tooling required for the aerospace manufacturing market, including the largest Invar molds ever made—making us the largest tooling group in the industry.

About the role

Under shop supervision, the Tool Builder/Bencher is responsible for accurately and efficiently deburring and surface finishing tooling and parts manufactured to customer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Hand finish tight tolerance +/- 0.0025” surface tolerance and finish using basic Laser Tracker Techniques
• Apply finishing techniques necessary for different materials
• Use air tools and various hand tools for metal and composite tool finishing
• Fix tools with Out of Tolerance Condition
• Use manual inspection equipment and inspection techniques
• Provide own tools

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience working in a metal and/or composite finishing environment
• Thorough understanding of finishing techniques for different materials
• Thorough knowledge of air tools and various hand tools used in metal and composite tool finishing
• Ability to use manual inspection equipment and inspection techniques
• Must meet Export Control Compliance requirements; therefore, a "US Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with vacuum and helium test tools
• Basic ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Forklift and crane operating skills and certification

Working Conditions

• Exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes, and airborne particles
• Exposure to vibration and occasional caustic chemicals
• Moderate noise level in the work environment
• Occasional local travel during the business day
• May be required to work weekends to meet department and business demands
• Mandatory eyewear and recommended safety shoes in the manufacturing area

Physical Demands

• Specific vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Must be able to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Must be able to see, talk, hear, touch, feel, and reach with hands and arms
• Must be able to frequently walk and stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift and move up to 35 lbs, occasionally lift and move objects up to 50 lbs

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• PTO
• 401k Match

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing an employee reference check, criminal background check, and drug screening. This position requires use of information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR.