Bench Operator

StandardAero; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k) match

Paid time off

Bonus opportunities

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability & Life Insurance

Training opportunities

Job summary

StandardAero in Cincinnati, Ohio is seeking a Bench Operator to set up and operate a range of hand tools for aerospace component fabrication and assembly. The role requires reading specifications, fixtures, and blueprints, with emphasis on precision and quality control.

You will work across multiple shifts, perform routine checks, and assist in continuous process improvements. The position involves lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for portions of the shift, contributing to a stable aerospace

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience using hand tools (grinders, files, dremels, etc.).
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Capable of sitting or standing for at least half the shift.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate hand tools to perform blending, deburring, and assembly tasks.
• Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and layouts to guide operations.
• Inspect parts for accuracy and apply quality checks throughout the process.
• Operate test equipment and participate in process improvements.

Skills

Hand tools experience

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Shift flexibility

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprints reading

Precision measuring tools

Aerospace experience

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Multiple shifts available!

Build an Aviation Career You're Proud Of

At StandardAero, we use our ingenuity and know-how to find solutions for the simple to the most complex challenges in aviation. Together, we get the job done and done well. Our stability, resources, and respectful culture supports you in building a solid career with a great team you can count on day in and day out for the long term.

Job Description

Bench Operator

Cincinnati, Ohio

Multiple shifts available!

Build an Aviation Career You're Proud Of

At StandardAero, we use our ingenuity and know-how to find solutions for the simple to the most complex challenges in aviation. Together, we get the job done and done well. Our stability, resources, and respectful culture supports you in building a solid career with a great team you can count on day in and day out for the long term.

As a Bench Operator, you’ll set up and operate a variety of hand tools such as hammers, files, dremels, drills, presses, low temperature ovens, pullers and hand grinders to perform various operations such as blending, chasing threads, deburring, angle checking, coldworking metals, masking, and braze application.

What You’ll Do

• Sets up and operates a variety of hand tools such as hammers, files, dremels, vibro-peen tools, drills, presses, low temperature ovens, pullers and hand grinders to perform various operations such as blending, chasing threads, deburring, angle checking, coldworking metals, masking, and braze application.
• Reads and interprets specification manuals, blueprints, templates, and layouts for product specifications such as tooling instructions, tolerances and dimensions. Translates instructions into actions.
• Fits and assembles machined metal parts and sub-assemblies using hand and power tools.
• Manually aligns components for assembly and bolts, screws, dowels or rivets complex series of parts together.
• Verifies dimensions of products for accuracy and conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments.
• Inspects quality and accuracy of run work.
• Sets up and operates test equipment (e.g., pressure test).
• Participates in continuous improvement of cell processes.
• Cross trains in other complementary skills and seeks endorsement 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.

Basic Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience with hand tools (e.g. grinders, sanders, files, and dremels, etc.)
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (unassisted).
• Ability to sit or stand for at least 50% of shift.

Desired Skills

• Mechanical aptitude with previous experience with hand tools and/or power tools.
• Prior experience with auto body, metal fabrication and engine repair.
• Ability to read/interpret manuals, technical drawings, and/or blueprints.
• Experience with precision measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers
• Previous aerospace/aviation experience.

Benefits That Make Life Better

• 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 DisabilityLife & AD&D Insurance
• Learning & Training opportunities

About Us

Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911

With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers’ missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.

Inclusivity Is Our Standard

It is StandardAero’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation, and pregnancy) sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.