Metal Fabricator II

Pursuit Aerospace; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

FSAs

Paid time off

Company holidays

Job summary

Pursuit Aerospace in Stuart, FL is seeking a Metal Fabricator to fabricate, assemble, and repair sheet metal components per engineering drawings and work instructions. You will cut, form, rivet, and fit metal parts with precision, while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role requires reading blueprints, using calipers and grinders, and maintaining tight tolerances. On-site work schedule Monday-Thursday, 5 AM to 3 PM.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2-5 years of related experience.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.

Responsibilities

• Learn and gain understanding of calibrated tooling and equipment (vernier calipers, height gages, pi-tapes, plug gages, micrometers, go/no go gages, thread gages, head gages).
• Interpret blueprints to fabricate, assemble and install sheet metal products.
• Use grinders and gapping tools for blending, deburring, drilling, grinding, and prepping operations.
• Measure, mark, and lay out material using scribes, rulers, calculators, and squares.
• Fasten joints and seams in sheet metal with solder, welds, caulk, bolts, and clips; ensure durable bonds.
• Check parts using gauges and fixtures to ensure dimensions are maintained.
• Maintain tolerances and set up sheet metal machines (shears, rollers, band saws, nibblers, belt sanders, sizers, press brakes).
• Operate band saw for moderate complex layouts and keep work area neat and safe.

Skills

2-5 years experience

Authorization to work in US

ITAR/EAR compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Apprenticeship/Technical certification (preferred)

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Dial indicators

Press brakes

Rollers

Shears

Grinders

Rivet guns

Job description

About the Opportunity

The Metal Fabricator is responsible for fabricating, assembling, and repairing metal components and structures according to engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions. This role involves cutting, shaping, forming, riveting, and straightening sheet metal or structural components using hand tools, power tools, and fabrication machinery. The ideal candidate demonstrates precision craftsmanship, and a commitment to safety and quality standards.

Location

Stuart, FL - On-Site. Monday to Thursday, 5 AM to 3 PM.

Responsibilities

• Learn and gain a better understanding of calibrated tooling and equipment such as but not limited to vernier calipers, height gages, pi‑tapes, plug gages, micrometers, go/no go gages, thread gages, cylindrical plug and vertical dividing head.
• Proficient in interpreting blueprints to determine how and where to fabricate, assemble and install sheet metal products.
• Semi‑proficient in the use of angle grinder, straight grinder, high speed/pencil grinder, gapping tools and gapping pins to perform blending, deburring, drilling, gapping, grinding and prepping operations.
• Proficient in measuring, marking dimensions, and laying out material to be installed using tools such as scribes, rulers, calculators, and squares.
• Proficient in fastening joints and seams in sheet metal with solder, welds, caulk, bolts, and metal driver clips, ensuring work is done carefully and bonds will last.
• Assist in checking parts using specified gages or check parts using furnished fixtures to see that dimensions are being maintained.
• Proficient in the processes of deburring, drilling, blending welds, and maintaining specific tolerances.
• Semi‑proficient in setting up and operating sheet metal machines such as but not limited to shear, rollers, band saw, nibblers, belt sanders, sizers and press brake.
• Able to use the band saw to perform operations such as but not limited to cutting moderate complex layouts.
• Consistently maintain specific tolerances and accurately perform dimensions.
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area.
• Follow all applicable safety rules and precautions.
• Other job‑related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2‑5 years of related experience.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full‑time basis without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship program or technical certification in Metal Fabrication, Welding, or Precision Manufacturing.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex blueprints, process sheets, and engineering drawings.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment instruments (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, dial indicators).
• Familiarity with fabrication tools and machinery such as press breaks, rollers, shears, grinders, and rivet guns.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with tight tolerances and maintain high quality standards.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate clearly with engineers, inspectors, and supervisors.

Working Conditions

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel.
• Must be able to communicate verbally and have the ability to hear.
• The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and stoop or crouch.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds, at times up to 50 pounds.
• Personal protective equipment (e.g., safety glasses and safety shoes) is required on the shop floor.

Benefits

Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, paid time off, and company‑paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pursuit Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.