Rapid Prototyping Toolmaker & Fixture Innovator

Torrey Holistics; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kform in Sterling, VA is seeking a rapid prototype toolmaker and fixture builder to turn rough CAD drawings into tight‑tolerance parts for defense and dual‑use programs. You will program, set up, and run CNC mills and lathes, then switch to manual equipment as requirements evolve.

You’ll collaborate with engineers to move from design intent to real hardware quickly, inspect parts with calipers and micrometers, and contribute to DFMA feedback, fixture design, and production readiness in a

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in CNC/manual machining, prototype fabrication, toolmaking, model making, or similar.
• Ability to read drawings, understand design intent, and apply GD&T fundamentals.
• Hands‑on CNC mill setup and operation experience.
• Manual machining: mills, lathes, saws, drills, and standard tools.
• Knowledge of aluminum, steels, stainless, plastics, and specialty materials.
• Competence inspecting parts and applying basic quality practices.
• Comfort working from incomplete inputs and asking the right questions.

Responsibilities

• Machine prototype and low‑volume components for defense/dual‑use systems.
• Program, set up, and run CNC mills and lathes; switch to manual equipment as needed.
• Collaborate with engineers to move from design intent to real hardware quickly.
• Inspect parts using calipers, micrometers, indicators, height/thread gauges, and surface plates; confirm drawing, functional, and assembly needs.
• Maintain shop organization, tooling health, machine readiness, and safe practices.
• Contribute to continuous improvement across prototyping, machining, and manufacturing.

Skills

CNC setup/operation

Manual machining

Reading drawings

GD&T fundamentals

Problem-solving

Communication

Safety mindset

Attention to detail

Tools

Fusion 360

Mastercam

SolidWorks CAM/HSMWorks

Job description

Kform in Sterling, VA is seeking a rapid prototype toolmaker and fixture builder to turn rough CAD drawings into tight‑tolerance parts for defense and dual‑use programs. You will program, set up, and run CNC mills and lathes, then switch to manual equipment as requirements evolve.

You’ll collaborate with engineers to move from design intent to real hardware quickly, inspect parts with calipers and micrometers, and contribute to DFMA feedback, fixture design, and production readiness in a