Aerospace Manufacturing Tool Designer

KBR, Inc; Torrance, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR, Inc. is seeking an Aerospace Manufacturing Tool Designer to develop and support tooling for aerospace production.

You will design fixtures, jigs, and templates, producing precise CAD models and documentation while collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to meet demanding standards. Responsibilities include design through production, evaluating manufacturability, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Mechanical Design, Drafting, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience designing tooling, fixtures, or production equipment.
• Proficient in CAD software (CATIA/SolidWorks/Creo/NX/AutoCAD).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and specs.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, machining, fabrication, and assembly techniques.

Responsibilities

• Design tooling, fixtures, jigs, templates, and related equipment for aerospace production.
• Create 2D/3D CAD models, drawings, and documentation per standards.
• Support tooling concepts from design through fabrication, testing, and production use.
• Collaborate with engineers, production, and quality to solve tooling issues.
• Ensure tooling designs meet aerospace standards and customer specs.

Skills

CAD software

Engineering drawings interpretation

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Engineering degree or technical discipline

Tools

CATIA

SolidWorks

Creo

NX

AutoCAD

Job description

Title: Aerospace Manufacturing Tool Designer

Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!

Program Summary

KBR’s Global Asset Management (GAM) group provides comprehensive manufacturing and supply chain solutions globally, serving both commercial and government clients. With a wide range of services including Government Property Management, Production Maintenance, and Equipment Tracking, GAM is dedicated to ensuring excellence in every aspect of the supply chain and asset management process. This commitment ensures the seamless operation of our clients' enterprises across diverse locations.

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the Aerospace Manufacturing Tool Designer develops, designs, and supports tooling solutions used in the manufacture, assembly, inspection, and testing of aerospace components and systems. This role applies engineering and design principles to create production tooling, fixtures, jigs, and related equipment that improve manufacturing efficiency, quality, and safety. The Tool Designer collaborates with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and operations teams to support production requirements and continuous improvement initiatives.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Design and develop manufacturing tooling, fixtures, jigs, templates, and related equipment to support aerospace production and assembly operations.
• Create detailed 2D and 3D CAD models, drawings, and technical documentation in accordance with company and industry standards.
• Support tooling concepts from initial design through fabrication, testing, implementation, and production use.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers, production personnel, and quality teams to resolve tooling and process-related challenges.
• Review product designs, specifications, and manufacturing requirements to develop effective tooling solutions.
• Conduct tolerance stack-up analyses and evaluate tooling designs for manufacturability, functionality, and cost effectiveness.
• Assist in troubleshooting production issues and implementing tooling improvements to enhance quality and efficiency.
• Ensure tooling designs comply with aerospace standards, safety requirements, and customer specifications.
• Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Maintain accurate engineering records, tooling databases, and revision-controlled documentation.

Basic Qualifications

• Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Mechanical Design, Drafting, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of experience designing manufacturing tooling, fixtures, or production equipment.
• Proficiency in CAD software such as CATIA, SolidWorks, Creo, NX, or AutoCAD.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and manufacturing requirements.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, machining, fabrication, and assembly techniques.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3-7 years of aerospace tooling design experience.
• Experience supporting aerospace manufacturing, assembly, integration, or production environments.
• Knowledge of AS9100 quality standards and aerospace manufacturing best practices.
• Experience with tooling for composite, metallic, or precision aerospace components.
• Familiarity with GD&T and tolerance analysis.
• Experience supporting government or defense programs.
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.

Salary Range

Salary Range: - 80,000-88,000

KBR Benefits

• KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule.
• We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Company Overview

KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World. KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals. Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver.