Aerospace Sheet Metal Technician

Intuitive Machines; Glen Burnie (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Intuitive Machines is seeking a highly skilled Sheet Metal / Mechanical Engineering Technician to support the design, fabrication, assembly and testing of precision mechanical systems used in lunar robotics, spacecraft mechanisms, ground support equipment and prototype hardware.

The successful candidate will collaborate with mechanical engineers to transform CAD models into flight-like hardware, engineering prototypes, test fixtures and production tooling, with emphasis on manufacturability and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in precision sheet metal fabrication, aerospace manufacturing or prototype mechanical fabrication.
• Experience fabricating complex prototype hardware from engineering drawings and CAD models.
• Thorough knowledge of sheet metal fabrication processes and instrumentation fabrication techniques.
• Experience programming and operating CNC sheet metal equipment.
• Strong understanding of GD&T and blueprint interpretation.
• Experience with aerospace materials and tight tolerances.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate precision sheet metal components, structural assemblies, equipment chassis, frames and mechanical hardware supporting spacecraft, robotics and ground support systems.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers to develop manufacturable designs and provide fabrication expertise throughout the product development cycle.
• Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, GD&T, specifications, sketches and verbal instructions.
• Independently plan fabrication methods and manufacture prototype hardware with minimal supervision.
• Develop and fabricate engineering prototypes, high-fidelity mockups, flight support hardware, test fixtures, assembly fixtures, jigs, templates and production tooling.
• Perform layout, cutting, drilling, punching, bending, forming, rolling, machining, deburring, finishing and assembly of sheet metal components.
• Operate CNC punch presses, CNC press brakes, hydraulic presses, shears, roll formers, drill presses, band saws, belt sanders and hand/power tools.
• Program, operate, troubleshoot and optimize CNC sheet metal equipment.
• Convert CAD models into manufacturable flat patterns and fabrication drawings.
• Perform fitting and assembly using rivets, threaded fasteners, Clecos, inserts and aerospace fastening methods.
• Work with aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, copper, brass, structural steel and specialty alloys.
• Inspect completed parts using precision measurement equipment.
• Participate in design reviews to improve manufacturability, cost and quality.
• Support laboratory setup, prototype integration and mechanical testing.
• Maintain manufacturing documentation and quality records.
• Follow all safety procedures and perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Precision sheet metal fabrication

Aerospace manufacturing

Prototype fabrication

CNC programming

GD&T interpretation

Blueprint interpretation

Metals of aerospace alloys

Troubleshooting skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Experience with aerospace materials knowledge

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

Job description

Intuitive Machines is seeking a highly skilled Sheet Metal / Mechanical Engineering Technician to support the design, fabrication, assembly and testing of precision mechanical systems used in lunar robotics, spacecraft mechanisms, ground support equipment and prototype hardware.

The successful candidate will collaborate with mechanical engineers to transform CAD models into flight-like hardware, engineering prototypes, test fixtures and production tooling, with emphasis on manufacturability and