Pyro Equipment Operator

Armtec Defense Technologies; Arkansas; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in aerospace and defense is seeking a Pyro Equipment Operator to manage extruder, pressing, and tooling operations. The role requires adherence to safety standards and the ability to work independently in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years in a manufacturing environment with machinery operation experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain start-up records and calibrate powder weighing machines.
• Operate CNC and conventional milling/drilling machines.
• Ensure a safe and clean working environment.

Skills

Ability to follow instructions

Basic reading skills

Basic math skills

Ability to work independently

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Pyro Equipment Operator, Armtec Defense Technologies

Armtec Defense Technologies (Armtec), a unit of Transdigm Group (NYSE: TDG), specializes in aerospace and defense products and services. Located in Camden, AR, the company produces defense energetics supporting US and allied warfighters. We seek skilled, enthusiastic individuals committed to high standards and mission-critical work.

Company Profile

Armtec designs, manufactures, and markets highly engineered aerospace and defense systems, including expendable countermeasures for aircraft protection. As a subsidiary of Transdigm, we emphasize innovation and excellence in our field.

Industry: Aerospace/Defense Products & Services

Employees: 250

Job Overview

Title: Pyro Equipment Operator

Job Family: Production

Reports to: Building Supervisor/Manager

Location: East Camden, AR, USA

Type: Full Time

Job Summary

Responsible for extruder, pressing, and tooling operations related to manufacturing processes.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Extruder Operation: Maintain start-up records, set up and calibrate powder weighing machines, operate in full fire suit with self-breathing apparatus, control extruder speed, monitor control panels, maintain temperatures, vacuum settings, measure pellet features per blueprints, and ensure a safe, clean environment.
2. Pressing Operation: Maintain records, set up and calibrate equipment, operate press automatically or manually, control cycle times, monitor instrumentation, measure flare/bagged features, maintain data accuracy, and uphold safety standards.
3. Tooling Operation: Operate CNC and conventional milling/drilling machines, maintain records, perform lubrication, monitor coolant and filtration systems, reference X-Y-Z axes, and measure machined features.
4. Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
5. Wear required PPE.
6. Uphold high ethical standards and adhere to company policies.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, work independently, and possess basic reading and math skills.
• Ability to wear PPE such as a full fire suit with self-breathing apparatus.
• Physical ability to lift and move drums (up to 50 lbs).

Education/Experience

• High School diploma or GED.
• 2-3 years in a manufacturing environment with machinery operation experience.

U.S. citizenship or Permanent Resident status required.

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Protected Vet