Prototype Mechanical Tech & Fabricator

Applied Physical Sciences and General Dynamics; Stonington (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Physical Sciences Corp (APS) seeks a skilled mechanical technician-fabricator to support prototype and product fabrication at its Pawcatuck, CT facility. Responsibilities include fabricating parts from drawings, measuring to spec, and assembling components while maintaining a clean, organized shop.

Candidates should have related education or equivalent experience, be detail-oriented, and capable of independent or team work.

Qualifications

• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Ability to measure raw materials and verify finished dimensions.
• Proficient in operating hand, electric, and pneumatic tools.
• Capable of lifting 50 pounds.
• Detail-oriented with adherence to processes.

Responsibilities

• FabricateMechanical parts from engineering drawings.
• Measure materials and verify dimensions of finished parts.
• Assemble components per drawings or instructions.
• Rig and move equipment using cranes, straps, winches, forklifts, or jacks.
• Operate mechanical test facilities with guidance.
• Fabricate wooden shipping containers and paint parts/assemblies.
• Assist welding and finishing, document actions in logs.
• Unpack, inspect, and store received materials.
• Maintain organization of equipment and work area.

Skills

Measuring tools

Welding

Machining basics

Rigging and lifting

Reading drawings

Hand tool operation

Quality workmanship

Education

Associate's degree or technical training

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Gages

Band saws

Grinders

Overhead cranes

Forklift

Torque wrenches

Job description

Applied Physical Sciences Corp (APS) seeks a skilled mechanical technician-fabricator to support prototype and product fabrication at its Pawcatuck, CT facility. Responsibilities include fabricating parts from drawings, measuring to spec, and assembling components while maintaining a clean, organized shop.

Candidates should have related education or equivalent experience, be detail-oriented, and capable of independent or team work.