Aerospace Structural Fitter: Precision & Tolerances

Ascent Aerospace, LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability保险

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

PTO

401k Match

Job summary

Ascent Aerospace in Kentucky is seeking a skilled inspector to verify and adjust fabricated metal structures to tight tolerances, assist in fitting for CNC machining, and support assembly processes on-site.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in metalworking/manufacturing, familiarity with laser trackers, and strong mathematical and GD&T knowledge. This full-time role requires safety-conscious work in a manufacturing environment with ITAR considerations.

Qualifications

• 5 yrs Experience with metalworking and metal fabrication preferred.
• Understanding of metallurgy and heat treatment techniques and processes.
• Prior experience desirable with operating a laser tracker.
• Good mathematical aptitude and good judgment skills.
• Has at least 3 years of verifiable relevant work experience in industrial manufacturing.
• Experience with large material handling using forklifts & overhead cranes.
• This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22.C.F.R. § is required

Responsibilities

• Fits and tacks metal components to fabricate metal structures according to a CAD model.
• Inspects & validates metal structures with a laser tracker to ensure proper amount of stock for CNC machining.
• Establishes reference system of complex metal structures for setup on a CNC machine.
• Troubleshoot fabrication issues and identify repair plans for metal structures that do not meet dimensional requirements.
• May review shop engineering drawings and models to assess and troubleshoot fabrication issues.
• Repair metal structures by grinding, plasma cutting and saw cutting in accordance with quality and safety standards.
• Build & setup fixtures used for repairing structures.
• Measure & grind metal framework using a laser tracker to fit into tolerance.
• Operates a forklift and crane in accordance with safety standards.
• Maintains work area, tools, and equipment in a neat, clean, and orderly manner.
• Understanding of workplace health and safety procedures
• Inspect fabricated components to ensure accuracy and quality standards are met
• Maintain accurate production and quality documentation
• Participate and take responsibility for 5S.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Skills

Metalworking

Metallurgy

Math aptitude

Industrial manufacturing

Forklift/Overhead crane

Export control compliance

Tools

Laser tracker

Forklift operation

Overhead crane

Job description

Ascent Aerospace in Kentucky is seeking a skilled inspector to verify and adjust fabricated metal structures to tight tolerances, assist in fitting for CNC machining, and support assembly processes on-site.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in metalworking/manufacturing, familiarity with laser trackers, and strong mathematical and GD&T knowledge. This full-time role requires safety-conscious work in a manufacturing environment with ITAR considerations.