Deburr Operator

Applied Aerospace & Defense; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Aerospace & Defense in Manchester, CT, seeks a Deburr Operator to manually remove machining imperfections from aerospace components. The role develops skills in deburring, edge breaks, and polishing under supervision.

You will read operation sheets, select appropriate measuring devices, and work with metals like titanium and aluminum. This is a full-time, on-site position supporting lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• US Citizen.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of deburr experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Aerospace experience required.
• Ability to read technical drawings.
• Ability to set, use or setup various measuring devices.
• Basic math or industrial mathematics knowledge.
• Good written and verbal skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform deburring processes including blending, polishing and the creation of edge breaks with some supervision.
• Inspect manufactured components for conformance to specifications using bench gauging.
• Use manual inspection equipment as required (e.g., height stands, micrometers, indicators, dial bores, verniers).
• Work with aerospace materials such as aluminum, stainless steel, magnesium, titanium, and nickel alloys.
• Read and interpret operation sheets and work instructions.
• Adhere to established policies and procedures and standard work.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing tools and techniques.
• Document and communicate manufacturing performance issues to maintain continuity between shifts and decrease machine downtime.
• Maintain work areas and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Follow all safety policies, rules and regulations.

Skills

Good written and verbal skills

Ability to read technical drawings

Basic math/industrial mathematics

Basic computer skills

Ability to work with tolerances

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Micrometers

Indicators

Dial bore gauges

Verniers

Job description

About the Organization

Applied Aerospace & Defense (Applied) is a premier provider of advanced design, engineering, and vertically integrated manufacturing solutions for leading and next-generation space and defense technology companies. Applied builds complex hardware for extreme operating environments and is focused on three core markets: Space and Launch Systems, Defense Aviation and Airborne Systems, and C5ISR and Precision Strike Systems. With decades of space and defense manufacturing heritage, Applied combines deep material science and IP-enabled process expertise with the ability to enable rapid prototyping, enhance new product development, and responsively scale production. Across its nationwide infrastructure of advanced manufacturing facilities, Applied continuously supports a balanced mix of next-generation technology and platform development, large scale production programs, and aftermarket sustainment for enduring platforms.

EOE Statement

Applied Aerospace and Defense is an equal opportunity employer.

Description

The Deburring Operator is a position that manually removes machining imperfections from parts. This position builds the operator’s skills and knowledge to efficiently perform the manual blending, polishing and creation of edge breaks on precision aerospace components.

Responsibilities

• Perform deburring processes including blending, polishing and the creation of edge breaks with some supervision.
• Inspect manufactured components for conformance to specifications using bench gauging.
• Use manual inspection equipment as required, e.g. height stands, micrometers, indicators, dial bores, verniers, etc.
• Work with aerospace materials such as aluminum, stainless steel, magnesium, titanium, and nickel alloys.
• Read and interpret operation sheets and work instructions.
• Adhere to established policies and company procedures and standard work.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives utilizing lean manufacturing tools and techniques.
• Document and communicate manufacturing performance issues to maintain continuity between shifts and decrease machine downtime.
• Maintain work areas and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Follow all safety policies, rules and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned by Leads, Supervisors and/or Managers.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand or sit for extended period of time.
• Fine motor skills with frequent hand and arm movement.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Moderate twisting and bending.
• Moderate climbing on step stools or platforms.

Unusual Environmental Conditions

• Loud machining environment; exposure to aerospace metals, lubricants and chemicals.

Required Personal Protective Equipment

• Safety glasses/shields, appropriate manufacturing closed toed footwear, gloves, and hearing protection or other protective equipment as needed.

Qualifications

• US Citizen
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of previous deburr experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Aerospace experience required
• Ability to work within tight tolerances.
• Basic math or industrial mathematics knowledge.
• Good written and verbal skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to read technical drawings.
• Ability to set, use or setup various measuring devices.

Position Requirements

Shift: First

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Location: Applied Aerospace & Defense, Manchester

Category: Manufacturing

Req Number: MAN-26-00030

Position: Deburr Operator

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt

Hiring Manager(s): This position is currently accepting applications.