Aerospace Gear Shaping & Grinding Technician

PCX Aerostructures, LLC; Newington (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Aerospace & Defense, a premier provider of aerospace manufacturing, is seeking a Gear Shaping & Grinding Operator (Aerospace) for its Newington facility. The role requires setting up and operating gear shaping and grinding equipment from blueprints or process sheets, ensuring high quality finishes and adherence to specifications.

The candidate will participate in continuous improvement initiatives and may train other employees.

Qualifications

• Ability to read blueprints or process sheets.
• Attention to detail to ensure conformance.
• Ability to train others and support continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate gear shaping/grinding equipment per specs.
• Select proper holding devices, cutters, and lubricants.
• Perform final inspection using gaging equipment and measure finish.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Hand-tool dexterity

Tools

Gear Tooth Grinder

Gear Tooth Generator

Job description

Applied Aerospace & Defense, a premier provider of aerospace manufacturing, is seeking a Gear Shaping & Grinding Operator (Aerospace) for its Newington facility. The role requires setting up and operating gear shaping and grinding equipment from blueprints or process sheets, ensuring high quality finishes and adherence to specifications.

The candidate will participate in continuous improvement initiatives and may train other employees.