Prototype Machinist - Automated Equipment

AeroSpec Inc; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive wages

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with company match

Growth and promotion opportunities

Training opportunities

Paid time off

Education reimbursement plan

Job summary

AeroSpec, Inc. is seeking an experienced Prototype Machinist to join our precision shop and support prototype and short-run builds.

You will plan, fabricate, assemble, and fine-tune components, fixtures, tooling, and machine mechanisms for challenging tooling and machining tasks. The role requires 8+ years as a Prototype Machinist or Tool Maker, expertise with manual machines, CNC mills, GD&T, and blueprint interpretation.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience as Prototype Machinist or Tool Maker.
• Proficient with manual mills, lathes, surface grinders and related equipment.
• Read blueprints and interpret specs, tolerances, and GD&T.
• Perform in-process inspections with hand tools.
• Knowledge of CNC toolroom mills is a plus.
• Background in sheet metal fabrication is a plus.
• Experience building functional machines and mechanisms is a plus.
• CAD/CAM knowledge: AutoCAD/SolidWorks/SurfCAM is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Join AeroSpec's established precision prototype and short-run machine shop team.
• Plan, fabricate, assemble, and fine-tune components, fixtures, tooling, and machine mechanisms.
• Support highly automated production and test equipment builds.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing to solve tooling and DFM challenges.
• Work full-time, first shift, 7:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m., with overtime opportunities.

Skills

Manual machining

CNC milling

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

SurfCAM

Job description

Are you an experienced manual machinist, toolmaker, or machine builder? Do you enjoy working in a prototype and short-run environment where you can solve challenging tooling and machining problems? If so, AeroSpec's Prototype Machinist role may be a great next step in your career.

About AeroSpec, Inc.

AeroSpec is a global leader in innovative design, engineering, and manufacturing of automated assembly and test equipment. Since 1982, the company has designed more than 1,000 custom production and test systems for the medical, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, aerospace, and automotive industries. Core competencies include advanced high-speed motion controls, precision component placement, custom metrology systems, machine vision, and robot and laser integration. AeroSpec is ISO 9001 certified and provides CE certifications, UL markings, and FDA medical and pharmaceutical validation. For details about our equipment portfolio and capabilities, visit AeroSpec at www.aerospecinc.com.

Position Overview:

• Join AeroSpec's established precision prototype and short-run machine shop team
• Work in a shop with extensive capability in manual machining, CNC machining, welding, and precision sheet metal
• Plan, fabricate, assemble, and fine-tune components, fixtures, tooling, and machine mechanisms
• Support highly automated production and test equipment builds
• Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to solve machining, tooling, and design-for-manufacturing challenges
• Work full-time, first shift, 7:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m., with overtime opportunities

Requirements:

• Minimum of 8 years ofexperience as a Prototype Machinist or Tool Maker
• Highly skilled with manual machine tools, including manual mills, CNC knee mills, engine and toolroom lathes, surface grinders, and related equipment
• Proficient reading blueprints and interpreting specifications, tolerances, and GD&T
• Able to perform in-process part inspections using manual measurement tools and equipment
• Knowledge of programming and operating CNC toolroom mills a plus
• Capable of solving challenging tooling problems a plus
• Background in sheet metal fabrication a plus
• Experience building highly functional machines and mechanisms a plus
• Basic knowledge of CAD/CAM programs such as AutoCAD/SolidWorks/SurfCam a plus

Benefits:

• Highly competitive wages, dependent on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package
• 401(k) with company match
• Excellent growth and promotion opportunities, including technical and management paths
• Training opportunities
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Education reimbursement plan