Tooling Engineer III-Composites

Firefly Aerospace Inc.; Cedar Park (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO for exempt employees

3-month sabbatical for every 5 years of service

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

Mental health services

Paid military leave

12 weeks paid maternity leave

4 weeks paid spouse leave

$20k towards family planning: fertility, surrogacy, adoption

Dog friendly workplace

$10k/year towards trade school or college

Ongoing coaching to advance leadership skills

Employee‑ownership with stock bonuses

4% Safe Harbor 401(k) matching

$10k bonus for home purchase in Cedar Park, Texas

Job summary

Firefly Aerospace Inc. is seeking a skilled Tooling Engineer in Cedar Park, Texas, to support the design and manufacture of production jigs and fixtures. This hands-on role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to develop high-quality tooling solutions that enhance product development and manufacturing efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years experience in tooling design, and proficiency in CAD software like SolidWorks and AutoCAD. Firefly offers various benefits including unlimited PTO and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in tooling design and development.
• Proficient in CAD software and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with GD&T and/or drawing interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop tooling for manufacturing processes.
• Ensure tooling aligns with production and product needs.
• Support procurement and commissioning of tooling solutions.

Skills

Tooling design and development

Problem-solving

Communication skills

CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD)

Knowledge of manufacturing processes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Summary

Firefly is seeking a Tooling Engineer to support the design, fabrication, and integration of production jigs and fixtures across all production areas. In this hands‑on role, you will work closely with cross‑functional teams to deliver high‑quality, cost‑effective tooling solutions that enable product development, streamline manufacturing processes, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

This role requires a highly skilled engineer with strong problem‑solving abilities, a proactive mindset, and a passion for driving innovation through advanced tooling technologies, materials, and processes.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop tooling for manufacturing processes in collaboration with cross‑functional teams.
• Work closely with Manufacturing, Design, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to ensure tooling aligns with production and product needs.
• Support procurement and commissioning of tooling solutions, ensuring on‑time delivery and performance to specifications.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives to reduce cycle time and cost while improving tooling performance and quality.
• Participate in project planning activities, including estimates, timelines, and deliverables, under the guidance of project leadership.
• Evaluate new tooling technologies and materials, recommending solutions to enhance efficiency and capability.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards in all tooling designs and implementations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve tooling issues during development and production phases.
• Share knowledge and collaborate effectively with peers and stakeholders.
• Represent Tool Engineering as a trusted and skilled partner within the broader engineering organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in tooling design and development.
• Proficient in manufacturing processes, materials, CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD), and simulation tools.
• Strong problem‑solving and communication skills.
• Experience with GD&T and/or drawing interpretation.
• Demonstrated experience supporting tooling development through design, procurement, and implementation.

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO for exempt employees
• 3‑month sabbatical for every 5 years of service
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Mental health services
• Paid military leave
• 12 weeks paid maternity leave
• 4 weeks paid spouse leave
• $20k towards family planning: fertility, surrogacy, adoption
• Dog friendly workplace
• $10k/year towards trade school or college
• Ongoing coaching to advance leadership skills
• Employee‑ownership with stock bonuses
• 4% Safe Harbor 401(k) matching
• $10k bonus for home purchase in Cedar Park, Texas

Export Controls

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Equal Opportunity

Firefly Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firefly is governed based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.