Burr Hand – Aerospace Manufacturing (1st or 2nd Shift)

Kinetic Engine Systems; Southwick (MA); On-site; USD 2,755,000 - 4,546,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Retirement savings plan with company (

Paid time off and holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness resources

Education reimbursement

Employee referral program

Job summary

B&E Tool Operations in Southwick, MA is seeking a Burr Hand to deburr and finish complex aerospace components to blueprint specifications. You'll remove burrs with abrasive tools, blend surfaces, and verify dimensions using precision equipment.

This mid-level role requires 3+ years of deburring experience, the ability to read blueprints, and attention to detail. The job offers two shifts (1st and 2nd), on-site work, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of complex deburring experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and work instructions.
• Experience using abrasive finishing and deburring equipment.
• Ability to create full radii and blend surfaces to specification.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Deburr and finish complex aerospace components.
• Remove external and internal burrs using abrasive tooling and hand-finishing equipment.
• Blend surfaces and form radii to blueprint specifications.
• Work with magnification equipment and borescopes to inspect intricate features.
• Read operation sheets, blueprints, and work instructions.
• Verify dimensions and visual requirements using precision measuring tools.
• Complete production and quality documentation.
• Maintain compliance with AS9100 and ISO9001 requirements.
• Identify and report quality concerns or discrepancies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Skills

Deburring

Blueprint reading

Hand-finishing

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Basic computer skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

10,000 RPM air tools

Cutoff wheels

Hand-held motorized grinders

Abrasive deburring tools

Belt sanders

Wire brushes

Scrapers and files

Precision measuring instruments

Borescopes (up to 30x)

Job description

At a Glance

Company: B&E Tool Operations (Kinetic Engine Systems)
Location: Southwick, MA (On-site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $22.50 – $32.50 per hour (based on experience)
Shift: 1st Shift or 2nd Shift Available
1st Shift: Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM
2nd Shift: Monday–Friday | 4:30 PM – 2:00 AM
Shift Differential: 25% for 2nd Shift
Overtime: As Needed
Experience Level: Mid-Level (3+ Years)
Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Why This Role Exists

This role exists to support the production of precision aerospace components that require exceptional surface finishes, edge quality, and blueprint compliance before reaching customers.

At B&E Tool Operations, Burr Hands play a critical role in ensuring complex machined components meet aerospace quality standards through detailed finishing, blending, and deburring processes.

The Work You'll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Deburr and finish complex aerospace components
• Remove external and internal burrs using abrasive tooling and hand-finishing equipment
• Blend surfaces and form radii to blueprint specifications
• Work with magnification equipment and borescopes to inspect intricate features
• Read operation sheets, blueprints, and work instructions
• Verify dimensions and visual requirements using precision measuring tools
• Complete production and quality documentation
• Maintain compliance with AS9100 and ISO9001 requirements
• Identify and report quality concerns or discrepancies
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

This position requires a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail, particularly when working on complex internal features and aerospace-quality finishes.

Equipment & Tools You'll Use

You'll work with equipment such as:

• 10,000 RPM air tools
• Cutoff wheels
• Hand-held motorized grinders
• Abrasive deburring tools
• Belt sanders
• Wire brushes
• Scrapers and files
• Precision measuring instruments
• Borescopes with up to 30x magnification

Materials You'll Work With

• Aluminum
• Titanium
• Nickel-based aerospace alloys
• Other aerospace-grade materials

What We're Looking For

Required

• 3+ years of complex deburring experience
• Ability to read blueprints and work instructions
• Experience using abrasive finishing and deburring equipment
• Ability to create full radii and blend surfaces to specification
• Strong attention to detail
• Basic computer skills
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Mechanical aptitude
• High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred

• Aerospace manufacturing experience
• Familiarity with AS9100 and ISO9001 environments
• Experience working with complex internal features using magnification equipment

Why Employees Like Working Here

Employees choose B&E Tool Operations because of:

• Aerospace and defense manufacturing work
• Stable, long-term production programs
• Clean and process-driven environment
• Opportunities to work on highly complex components
• Competitive pay and benefits
• Multiple shift options
• Strong safety culture

Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay Range

$22.50 – $32.50 per hour (DOE)

Shift Premium

25% Shift Differential for 2nd Shift

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness resources
• Education reimbursement
• Employee referral program

Schedule

1st Shift
Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM

2nd Shift
Monday–Friday | 4:30 PM – 2:00 AM

Overtime: As needed

Working Conditions

This position operates in a manufacturing environment with exposure to:

• Machine noise
• Metal chips and sharp edges
• Cutting fluids and oils
• Dust, fumes, and mist
• Forklift traffic and moving equipment

Occasional travel between Southwick and Westfield facilities may be required.