Aerospace Tool & Die Maker — Precision Machinist

D.O.M. magazine; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

PDS Defense, Inc. in San Antonio, Texas, seeks a Tool and Die Maker with strong shop skills to fabricate, repair, and maintain tooling used in aircraft assembly.

You will read engineering drawings, operate manual mills and lathes, and work with precision measuring tools to meet tight tolerances. Shift options include 1st, 2nd and 3rd; this contractor position requires flexibility and the ability to obtain access.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Machinist or Tool Maker.
• Experience reading and understanding engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and specifications.
• Experience with precision measuring tools and shop calculations.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, repair, and maintain tooling and fixtures used in manufacturing.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to create precise tooling components.
• Operate manual milling and grinding equipment.
• Use measuring instruments to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Collaborate with engineers to develop tooling solutions.
• Inspect and verify parts meet specifications.

Skills

Machinist experience

Reading blueprints/drawings

Manual mill/lathe operation

Precision measuring tools

Shifts flexibility

Security clearance readiness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Manual Milling Machines

Manual Lathes

Calipers/Micrometers

Measuring instruments

Job description

PDS Defense, Inc. in San Antonio, Texas, seeks a Tool and Die Maker with strong shop skills to fabricate, repair, and maintain tooling used in aircraft assembly.

You will read engineering drawings, operate manual mills and lathes, and work with precision measuring tools to meet tight tolerances. Shift options include 1st, 2nd and 3rd; this contractor position requires flexibility and the ability to obtain access.