Model Maker

Safran companies; Village of Lancaster (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading manufacturer in the aviation industry, where you will play a crucial role in fabricating and modifying high-quality components for both commercial and military aircraft. This position offers a dynamic work environment where your skills in machining and problem-solving will be instrumental in supporting engineering efforts. You will work with advanced tools and technologies, ensuring that each part meets stringent specifications. If you are passionate about aviation and possess the necessary experience, this is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to innovative projects and advance your career in a respected organization.

Qualifications

• More than 8 years of experience in machining and tool and die work.
• Ability to set up and operate various machinery.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate prototype parts and modify existing parts as required.
• Support engineering in the fabrication of prototype parts.

Skills

Machining

Blueprint Reading

Problem Solving

Equipment Operation

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Vocational Training

Apprenticeship Program

Tools

Lathes

Mills

Drill Presses

Grinders

CAD/Master CAM

Job description

Company: Safran Aerosystems Oxygen

Job field: Manufacture / assembly and repair

Location: Lancaster, New York, United States

Contract type: Permanent

Contract duration: Full-time

Required degree: High School Diploma/GED Equivalent

Required experience: More than 8 years

Professional status: Technician

Spoken language(s): English Fluent

Salary range: $65,000 - $80,000

Responsible for fabricating prototype parts and altering production parts for testing from drawings, blueprints and sketches using various types of equipment.

Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing.

1. Produce finished machined parts in accordance with engineering specifications and drawings and modify existing parts as required.
2. Assist in identifying and acquiring materials for required parts.
3. Identify and discuss potential and current fabricating problems with engineering and test lab staff as it relates to prototype work.
4. Responsible for supporting the Engineering Group in the fabrication of prototype parts and altering production parts for testing from drawings, blueprints and sketches using various types of equipment.
5. Support production equipment in critical situations.

Listed above are the essential functions of this job classification. Employees in this job classification may be required to perform various other duties including but not limited to training, administration, and housekeeping. In addition, employees in this job classification are responsible for the quality, quantity, and timeliness of the product or service they provide. They will carry out those duties in a safe and cooperative manner, per established policies, practices, and procedures. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

All applicants must be a US citizen or US Permanent Resident (i.e., Green Card Holder).

Relocation is not provided with this position.

Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Complementary Description

Safran Aerosystems Oxygen Systems US (AVOX Systems Inc.) provides oxygen systems and components for both commercial and military aircraft. Our products are currently flying on most operating aircraft, including rotary wing.

Our products include:

• Masks for crew and passengers on civilian and military aircraft
• Cylinders for storing oxygen onboard
• Chemical generators for producing oxygen
• Regulators of all types to control oxygen pressure and flow
• Valves to control the flow of oxygen
• Accessories to stow, mount, refill, monitor, dispense and discharge

We remain dedicated to the same levels of service and performance excellence which earned the company its stellar standing in the aviation industry.

Safran Aerosystems Oxygen Systems US is an equal opportunity employer. Safran Aerosystems Oxygen Systems US does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or hereditary cellular or blood trait, sexual orientation, marital status, or status as a disabled or Vietnam area veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Requirements

Education:
Required: High school diploma, vocational training and/or apprenticeship program.

Experience:
Required: Apprenticeship papers with 2-4 years experience or 10 years tool and die experience. Must know how to set up and operate lathes, mills, drill presses, and grinders.
Preferred: Apprenticeship papers with 5-7 years experience or 15 years tool and die experience. Mold construction, CAD/Master CAM.