Aviation Manual Machinist (Evening & Weekend Shift)

Standard Aero; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Healthcare

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off from day one

Bonus opportunities

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability insurance

Life Insurance

Training opportunities

4-day workweek option

Job summary

StandardAero is seeking an Aviation Manual Machinist to perform setup, calibration, maintenance and operation of machining equipment. Produce precision cuts on varied materials and cross-train in supportive skills to meet production needs.

You will read drawings, verify dimensions with precision tools, and adjust machines for accurate output while adhering to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3–5 years of manual mill and lathe machinist experience.
• Thorough knowledge of manufacturing, tool design and fabrication methods.
• Proficient with precision measuring instruments and hand tools.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Strong mathematical aptitude.
• Authorized to work in the US.
• Completion of machinist apprenticeship or equivalent, and trade certification.

Responsibilities

• Reads and interprets specification manuals, blueprints, templates and layouts to determine machining operation.
• Computes dimensions and tolerances and measures and lays out work pieces.
• Verifies dimensions of products for accuracy using calipers, gauges and micrometers; troubleshoots and modifies as needed.
• Adjusts and sets up machine tools for use by operators.
• Participates in continuous improvement of cell processes.
• Cross-trains in complementary skills to support production requirements.
• Moves between production assignments utilizing multiple skills endorsements as needed.
• Participates in cross-training of other technicians as needed.
• Observes safety requirements and reports unsafe practices/conditions.
• Carries out other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Mathematical aptitude

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Machinist apprenticeship

Trade certification

Tools

Calipers

Gauges

Micrometers

Job description

Aviation Manual Machinist

Build an Aviation Career You're Proud Of

Build your career with integrity by working at a company that doesn't just treat you like a number. You'll get the tools to do things right in a clean and safe work environment and the trust to fix any issue that comes your way. Our on-the-job training and team of experts mean you'll be set up for success.

Take charge of our day-to-day operations, so we remain the trusted source for aviation repair and maintenance. Work with your team to implement the right processes and practices across our organization to help ensure flight and product efficiency.

As an Aviation Manual Machinist, you will perform setup, calibration, maintenance and operation of machining equipment. Produce precision machining cuts on a variety of materials, while cross-training in complementary skills to support production requirements.

What you'll do:

• Reads and interprets specification manuals, blueprints, templates and layouts to determine machining operation to be performed.
• Computes dimensions and tolerances and measures and lays out work pieces.
• Verifies dimensions of products for accuracy and conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, gauges and micrometers. Troubleshoots, debugs and modifies to achieve expected performance.
• Adjusts and sets up machine tools for use by machining tool operators.
• Participates in continuous improvement of cell processes.
• Cross trains in other complementary skills and seeks endorsements for those skills as needed to support production requirements.
• Moves between production assignments that utilize multiple skills endorsements as needed to support production requirements.
• Participates in the cross training of other technicians as needed to support production requirements.
• Responsible for observing all applicable safety requirements and reporting immediately any unsafe practices/conditions.
• Carries out other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED.
• High degree of mechanical aptitude, accuracy and precision.
• 3-5 years of Manual Mill and Lathe machinist experience is required.
• Thorough knowledge of manufacturing, tool design, fabrication methods
• Proficient in the use of precision measuring instruments and hand tools.
• Ability to read, understand and interpret blueprints.
• Strong mathematical aptitude.
• Working knowledge of related company instructions, company processes, rework process instructions, original equipment manufacturer manuals, and MSDS labels.
• Working knowledge of production management computer systems and other related internal control systems.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds (unassisted) for approximately 25% of the average workday.
• Regularly required to stand for prolonged periods.
• Completion of a machinist apprenticeship program; or equivalent.
• Attainment of trade certification.
• Ability to work day shift, evening shift, or weekend shift as required.
• Must be authorized to work in the US.

Preferred Characteristics:

• Strong problem-solving mindset.
• Commitment to continuous improvement.
• Team-oriented with effective communication skills.

Benefits that make life better at StandardAero:

• Comprehensive Healthcare
• 401(k) with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
• Paid Time Off starting on day one
• Bonus opportunities
• Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Learning & Training opportunities
• Enjoy a better work-life balance with many shop positions offering a 4-day workweek - 10-hour shifts, typically Monday through Thursday.