Aerospace Sheet Metal Technician – Prototype Hardware

Intuitive Machines Llc; Glen Burnie (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; 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 and spacecraft mechanisms. This role is located at Intuitive Machines' Robotics & Mechanisms Center in Glen Burnie, Maryland.

The successful candidate will transform CAD models into flight-like hardware, production tooling and engineering prototypes, collaborating with mechanical engineers to

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 fabrication

GD&T understanding

Blueprint interpretation

Troubleshooting

Lift 50 pounds

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CNC sheet metal equipment

SolidWorks

Creo

AS9100 familiarity

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 and spacecraft mechanisms. This role is located at Intuitive Machines' Robotics & Mechanisms Center in Glen Burnie, Maryland.

The successful candidate will transform CAD models into flight-like hardware, production tooling and engineering prototypes, collaborating with mechanical engineers to