Tool & Die Maker

Precision Castparts Corp.; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

80 hours PTO per year

10 paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Cherry Aerospace in Santa Ana, CA is seeking a 2nd Shift Tool Designer to engineer high-precision tooling for cold heading and hot forge departments, collaborating with master tool and die makers to translate digital models into production-ready components.

You will own complex layouts, ensure ASME standards and GD&T, and drive manufacturability from design through documentation.

This full-time, in-person role offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• SolidWorks 5–10 years of parametric modeling experience with configurations/design tables.
• ASME Y14.5 knowledge and GD&T applications.
• Ability to read, interpret, and reverse-engineer complex blueprints and router instructions.
• Design components optimized for manufacturability and assembly.
• Strong algebra/geometry with clear communication and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Design & Innovate: create precise 3D models and 2D drawings in a 3D environment.
• Bring Blueprints to Life: develop component drawings and work instructions for current and next-gen products.
• Master ASME Standards: ensure layouts, routers, and schematics meet ASME standards.
• Own the Math: manage tolerance stack-ups and GD&T dimensions.
• Keep Production Moving: monitor lead times to avoid schedule delays.

Skills

SolidWorks

ASME & GD&T

Blueprint interpretation

Design for manufacturability

Shop math & reasoning

MS Office & QAD ERP

Tools

QAD ERP

Job description

Cherry Aerospace is a global leader in the design and manufacture of elite fastening systems for the commercial and military aerospace industries. As a proud division of Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC)—a Berkshire Hathaway company and an over $10 billion global manufacturing powerhouse—our Santa Ana team creates the industry standard for aerospace rivets and precision components. When aircraft fly, they fly with Cherry.

Why This Role Matters

Are you a SolidWorks power-user who loves seeing your digital designs come to life on the shop floor? As our 2nd Shift Tool Designer, you will be the engineering brains behind the physical muscle of our production line. You won't just sit behind a screen—you will collaborate directly with master tool and die makers to build robust, high-precision tooling that powers our busy cold heading and hot forge departments. If you are ready to take total ownership of complex mechanical layouts and watch your designs stamp out real-world products, we want you on our team.

What You’ll Do (Essential Duties & Responsibilities)

• Design & Innovate: Create hyper-precise parametric solid models, intricate 2D drawings, and complete component packaging in a 3D solid modeling environment.
• Bring Blueprints to Life: Use your design and drafting expertise to engineer component part drawings, complex mechanical layouts, and step-by-step work instructions for existing and next-generation products.
• Master ASME Standards: Draft complex mechanical layouts, routers, and schematics that flawlessly meet ASME standards.
• Own the Math: Execute absolute precision by managing component tolerance stack-ups and applying GD&T dimensioning flawlessly.
• Keep Production Moving: Proactively monitor lead times for parts procurement, ensuring our manufacturing schedule never misses a beat.

What You Bring (Education, Experience & Skills)

• SolidWorks Expertise: 5 to 10 years of hands-on parametric modeling experience in SolidWorks, with advanced proficiency in configurations and design tables.
• ASME & GD&T Mastery: Extensive knowledge of ASME modeling and drafting standards (including Y14.5) and a deep understanding of GD&T applications and implications.
• Manufacturing Blueprint Fluency: The ability to read, interpret, and reverse-engineer complex blueprints, router instructions, and specifications.
• Design for Manufacturability: A proven track record of designing components optimized for efficient, cost-effective manufacturing and assembly.
• Shop Math & Reasoning: Sharp algebra and geometry skills, paired with strong critical thinking to solve complex, real-world layout challenges.
• Tech & Communication Basics: Intermediate to advanced comfort with MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook), QAD ERP software, and clear, professional verbal and written communication.

Shift & Location Requirements

• Location: 100% In-Person in Santa Ana, CA (Must be able to reliably commute or relocate before starting).

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $28.00 to $44.00 US Dollar (USD) Hourly based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company’s Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 1X the Company’s bonus multiple, based on the Company’s performance in the applicable quarter .

• Employees will receive 80 hours paid time off every year.
• Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays.
• Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
• Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s 401(k) plan.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Company Profile

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability – not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.

We are constantly searching for the best talent and offer excellent development programs for recent graduates as well as meaningful work experience for those still studying.