DoD Back Shop Lead: Fabrication & Machining

The Building People; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Rx

Dental

Vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance/AD&D

Long Term Disability and Short-Term DI

Job summary

The Building People, LLC is seeking a Back Shop Lead to oversee fabrication and machine shop activities in support of AFRL RX facility and laboratory maintenance. You will manage daily shop operations, coordinate fabrication and repair work across trades, and maintain accountability for tools, equipment, and materials.

The role requires extensive Back Shop and Machine Shop experience within a DoD setting and the ability to obtain CAC or equivalent background clearance.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience managing a Facilities Back Shop environment in a DoD facility.
• At least 5 years of Machine Shop experience.
• Certifications & Screening Ability to obtain a favorable NACI or Tier 1 background investigation and CAC.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily Back Shop operations, including tool control, equipment maintenance, and technician scheduling.
• Coordinate fabrication, machining, and repair work across skilled trades supporting RX facility and laboratory needs.
• Maintain accountability for shop tools, equipment, and materials.

Skills

Back Shop management

Machine Shop experience

Facility Maintenance

CAC eligibility (clearance)

Tools

Forklift certification

Scissor lift certification

Job description

The Building People, LLC is seeking a Back Shop Lead to oversee fabrication and machine shop activities in support of AFRL RX facility and laboratory maintenance. You will manage daily shop operations, coordinate fabrication and repair work across trades, and maintain accountability for tools, equipment, and materials.

The role requires extensive Back Shop and Machine Shop experience within a DoD setting and the ability to obtain CAC or equivalent background clearance.