Precision Process Technician - MD (85298)

The Gill Corporation; Edgewood (MD); On-site; USD 28,929 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(K) and Profit Sharing

Paid Vacation

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

The Gill Corporation in Edgewood, MD, is looking for a full-time fabricator to manufacture aerospace structural components. The role involves operating precision fabrication equipment and ensuring product quality to specifications.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant experience in manufacturing. Benefits include medical coverage, 401(k), paid vacation, and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• One to three years of experience in aerospace or precision manufacturing preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in precision measurement tools.
• Acceptable vision test results.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate aerospace structural components per engineering specifications.
• Utilize precision measurement tools to ensure accuracy.
• Participate in cross-training in fabrication disciplines.

Skills

Precision measurement skills

Ability to read engineering drawings

Basic math proficiency

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Power tools

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 0T535 MD - Edgewood, MD 21040
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $21.00 - $23.00 Hourly
Job Shift: Multiple Shifts

Compensation for this role: $21.00-$23.00 hourly

Shifts:
1st shift: Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM
3rd shift: Sunday - Thursday, 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM ($3.00 per hour shift differential)

Summary

Fabricates, cuts, and forms metallic and composite core materials for aerospace structural applications. Operates precision fabrication and metalworking equipment to manufacture parts to exact engineering specifications, tolerances, and aerospace quality standards. Ensures all components meet AS9100 and customer requirements for safety, traceability, and performance prior to release to the next operation or final shipment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Fabricate aerospace structural components and honeycomb/composite core materials in accordance with engineering drawings, work orders, and manufacturing planning documents.
• Interpret and follow sketches, specifications, and process sheets to meet close tolerance requirements (±.001–.005 inches typical).
• Document and certify all process steps in accordance with aerospace quality and special process requirements, ensuring full traceability.
• Perform layout, trimming, routing, chamfering, and cutting operations within specified tolerances.
• Utilize precision measurement tools, including micrometers, calipers, depth gauges, height gauges, scales, protractors, and other inspection devices.
• Operate fabrication equipment such as saws, routers, expanders, and roll formers.
• Perform core stabilization processes per established aerospace procedures.
• Conduct routine operator-level preventative maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and process control.
• Maintain clean, organized, and FOD-free work areas in compliance with aerospace manufacturing standards.
• Participate in cross-training across multiple work cells, fabrication disciplines, or aircraft programs as required.
• Adhere strictly to plant safety policies, PPE requirements, and environmental health standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support production schedules and customer commitments.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One (1) to three (3) years of experience in aerospace, aviation, or precision manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience with close-tolerance fabrication.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Demonstrated proficiency in precision measurement tools.
• Acceptable vision test results (as applicable).
• Basic math proficiency (decimals, fractions, tolerances, conversions).
• Strong English reading, writing, and verbal communication skills to understand technical documentation and procedures.
• Ability to work assigned shift schedules, including mandatory overtime to support production milestones.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, and crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Benefits

• Full range of medical benefits, dental, vision
• Life Insurance
• 401(K) and Profit Sharing
• Paid Vacation and 10 Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee discounts to theme parks, attractions, shows, and more!

ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A U.S. person according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Gill Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants for all job openings are welcome and will be considered without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.

Accommodations

The Gill Corporation provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disability Act and applicable state and local law. If you require accommodation in the application process, please notify the Human Resources Department.