Aerospace EDM Technician: Precision Setup & QA

Enjet Aero; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Enjet Aero is seeking an Engineering Technician to support EDM operations in aerospace manufacturing. You will develop and maintain work instructions, set up and troubleshoot EDM machines, and ensure compliance with quality and safety requirements.

Responsibilities include interpreting G-code, maintaining travelers and inspection records, training hourly staff, and supporting NADCAP/AS9100 audits to drive continuous improvement in part quality and process efficiency.

Qualifications

• EDM machining experience in aerospace preferred.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and G-code.
• Experience maintaining quality records and travelers.
• Knowledge of NADCAP/AS9100 preferred.
• Strong communication and training abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and improve work instructions, setup sheets, and process documentation for EDM operations.
• Set up and operate EDM machines (wire and/or sinker) according to engineering and quality requirements.
• Identify, analyze, and correct machine operational and process-related issues to maintain production efficiency and part quality.
• Interpret and understand G-code and machine programming, making necessary adjustments to optimize performance.
• Train and mentor production employees on EDM processes, machine setup, inspection techniques, and best practices.
• Monitor, review, and maintain quality documentation, including travelers, inspection records, and process control documents.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace quality standards and customer requirements.
• Support NADCAP and AS9100 audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement activities.
• Perform and verify precision measurements using micrometers, calipers, indicators, and comparators.
• Promote and enforce safety policies and procedures, ensuring a safe manufacturing environment.
• Work closely with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

G-code interpretation

Precision measurement

Troubleshooting EDM

Training others

Documentation & records

Education

Technical degree or apprenticeship

Tools

MS Excel

ERP systems

G-code editing tools

Job description

Enjet Aero is seeking an Engineering Technician to support EDM operations in aerospace manufacturing. You will develop and maintain work instructions, set up and troubleshoot EDM machines, and ensure compliance with quality and safety requirements.

Responsibilities include interpreting G-code, maintaining travelers and inspection records, training hourly staff, and supporting NADCAP/AS9100 audits to drive continuous improvement in part quality and process efficiency.