Aerospace Precision Sheet Metal Fabricator

Pro-Type Metal Machining; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Training & education

Insurance: Health, dental, vision

401(k) with employer match

Onsite gym

Career growth

Job summary

Pro-Type Metal Machining is seeking an experienced sheet metal fabricator to join our Sterling, VA shop. You will read blueprints, lay out parts, and set up presses to form, cut, drill, deburr and assemble components to tight tolerances.

You will use calipers and micrometers to verify dimensions, document each step, and escalate any drawing discrepancies with engineering or quality teams. Expect a collaborative, safety‑minded environment with AS9100 processes and modern fabrication equipment.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret blueprints and work instructions accurately.
• Set up and operate sheet metal fabrication equipment for forming, bending, cutting, drilling, deburring and assembly.
• Use precision measuring tools to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Document production steps and follow AS9100/quality procedures.
• Collaborate with production, engineering and quality teams to meet specifications.

Responsibilities

• Interpret blueprints, drawings and work instructions to plan layouts.
• Form, bend, cut, drill, deburr, and assemble sheet metal parts to spec.
• Set tooling and machine settings for accuracy and repeatability.
• Operate press brakes, shears, punches, saws, and related equipment.
• Inspect finished pieces with calipers, micrometers, and gauges for quality.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and comply with PPE rules.
• Document production and troubleshooting steps as required.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Machine setup

Quality inspection

Precision measurement

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or vocational training

Tools

Amada Punch Press

Amada Press Brake

Stamping Press

Roll Forming Machine

Measurement Gauges

Profile Roller

Job description

Build the next 50 years with usWe’re a long-established manufacturer entering a new era under forward-thinking leadership. After five decades in the industry, we’re just getting started. If you’re an experienced sheet metal fabricator who thrives in an employee-centric environment and wants genuine room to grow, this role is for you.A day in your work bootsYou kick off your shift reviewing blueprints and work instructions. You map out your layout, choose the right tooling, dial in machine settings, and get to work forming, bending, cutting, drilling, deburring, and assembling precision components to exacting tolerances. Your calipers and micrometers never leave your side as you verify dimensions, inspect workmanship, and document each job step. When you spot a potential drawing discrepancy, you loop in engineering or quality. Throughout the day you rotate between the press brake, punch press, shears, saws, and drills—always following PPE and equipment safety procedures, keeping your area clean, and aligning to AS9100 processes. You collaborate closely with production, engineering, quality, and other teams to deliver parts that meet specification the first time.What you'll doInterpret blueprints, engineering drawings, work instructions, and specifications.Lay out, measure, form, bend, cut, drill, deburr, and assemble sheet metal parts.Set up and run press brakes, shears, punches, saws, drills, and related fabrication equipment.Select proper tooling; determine machine settings for accuracy and repeatability.Produce parts to specified dimensions and tight tolerances.Use precision measurement tools—calipers, micrometers, scales, gauges—to validate work.Inspect finished pieces for dimensional accuracy and quality.Perform drilling, countersinking, riveting, fastening, and other mechanical assembly.Surface and escalate fabrication or drawing issues to supervisors, engineering, or quality.Accurately complete production and job documentation.Follow established quality procedures and AS9100 requirements.Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment; comply with PPE and equipment safety.Work cross-functionally with production, engineering, quality, and other manufacturing groups.What you bringExperience in sheet metal fabrication or precision manufacturing; 1–2 years preferred (not required).Ability to read/interpret blueprints and engineering drawings with confidence.Hands-on experience setting up and operating sheet metal fabrication equipment.Working knowledge of forming methods, tooling, bend allowances, and shop practices.Proficiency with precision instruments and working to close tolerances.Mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and quality-first mindset; able to make appropriate adjustments.Organized, detail-oriented, able to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines.Dependable attendance; collaborative, self-motivated, able to follow directions.Basic computer literacy; able to learn new software tools.High school diploma or vocational training preferred (not required).Must be at least 18 years old; able to lift up to 75 lbs; able to stand for an 8-hour shift.Aerospace/defense or AS9100 environment experience is a plus.Proficiencies and equipmentProficiencies: Aerospace Manufacturing, Bend Deductions, Fabrication, Precision Sheet Metal.Equipment: Amada Punch Press, Amada Press Brake, Stamping Press, Roll Forming Machine, Measurement Gauges, Profile Roller.How we invest in youCompetitive pay package.Company-paid annual training for continuing education.Career growth supported by a professional development plan.Employee recognition programs.Health, dental, and vision insurance; sick and vacation leave; onsite gym; and more.401(k) with a generous employer match.Collaborative, entrepreneurial team environment.If you’re highly organized, collaborative, and excited to grow with a modernizing manufacturer, we’d love to meet you.