Aerospace Toolmaker: Build Precision Jigs & Fixtures

A-Line Staffing Solutions

Chesterfield Charter Township (MI)

On-site

USD 33,000 - 47,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A-Line Staffing Solutions is seeking experienced Tool Builders / Toolmakers to build, assemble, modify, and repair precision tooling used in aerospace component manufacturing. This is a hands-on role requiring interpreting drawings, machining parts, and completing tooling projects with minimal supervision.

Candidates should have 5+ years in tooling, experience with manual machining, GD&T, blueprint reading, and precision inspection.

Qualifications

5+ years of manufacturing experience, with hands-on tooling.
Experience setting up and operating manual machining equipment.
Proficiency in reading aerospace blueprints and GD&T.
Experience with precision inspection equipment (micrometers, calipers).
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and models.

Responsibilities

Build, assemble, modify, and repair jigs, fixtures, forms, templates, and other tooling.
Interpret aerospace blueprints, engineering drawings, MBD models, specifications, and GD&T requirements.
Layout tooling components and determine appropriate machining and fabrication methods.
Set up and operate manual machining equipment including lathes, Bridgeport mills, surface grinders, drill presses, and other shop machinery.
Work with materials including aluminum, steel, Invar, and other manufacturing materials.
Use hand tools, power tools, grinders, and other shop equipment to fabricate tooling.