Metal Fabricator — Secret-Clearance Eligible (Defense Tech)

Aether Aerospace; Hollywood (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Aether Aerospace in Hollywood, MD is hiring a Metal Fabricator to join our defense-focused team. You will interpret engineering drawings, select metals, and fabricate components using multiple tools and machinery. The role requires at least three years of metal fabrication experience and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance.

The position is full-time and on-site, offering growth within a dynamic aerospace and defense technology platform that serves national security programs.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School diploma or equivalent and a minimum of three years of experience in metal fabrication or a related field.
• Ability to obtain Secret clearance is required.
• Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to determine metal fabrication requirements.
• Select appropriate metal materials based on project specifications.
• Cut, shape, and form metal materials using tools such as shears, saws, punches, and drills.
• Operate manual and automated machinery to assemble and fabricate metal components.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure finished products meet required standards and specifications.
• Operate press brakes, laser engravers, and waterjet equipment as needed.
• Adhere to safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth workflow and timely project completion.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Reading drawings

Quality inspection

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Shears

Saws

Punches

Drills

Press brakes

Laser engravers

Waterjet

Job description

Aether Aerospace in Hollywood, MD is hiring a Metal Fabricator to join our defense-focused team. You will interpret engineering drawings, select metals, and fabricate components using multiple tools and machinery. The role requires at least three years of metal fabrication experience and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance.

The position is full-time and on-site, offering growth within a dynamic aerospace and defense technology platform that serves national security programs.