Tooling Technician C – 1st shift

Find a- Textron; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Education assistance

Flight training bonus

Job summary

Textron Aviation in Wichita, KS is seeking a Tooling Technician C – 1st shift to plan, build, repair, and maintain tools and components, ensuring top inspection standards. You’ll assist higher-grade Technicians and grow your skills across fabrication processes and machine operation.

You will work with hand tools, milling machines, lathes, waterjets, routers, and laser cutters, using precise measurement devices to ensure quality. A strong foundation in manufacturing and safety is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bronze WorkKeys certification is preferred.
• Experience with fabrication or general mechanical skills helpful.

Responsibilities

• Tool Assembly & Repair: Assemble, maintain, and repair tools and components using various fabrication processes
• Fabrication and Modification: Work from drawings and specifications to create and modify tools and components
• Machine Operation: Operate hand tools, manual machines, and automated manufacturing machines like milling machines, lathes, waterjets, routers, and laser cutters
• Precision Measurement: Use micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, laser trackers, and portable coordinate measuring devices to ensure accuracy
• Additional Operations: Deburring, blending, and grinding as needed

Skills

Tooling fabrication

Machine operation

Precision measurement

Hand tools

Fabrication processes

Education

High school diploma

Bronze WorkKeys

Tools

Milling machines

Lathes

Waterjets

Routers

Laser cutters

Dial indicators

Micrometers

Job description

Tooling Technician C – 1st shift(

Job Number:

1. Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members — now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.

Description

What you will be doing as a Tool Technician:
In this role, you can expect to plan, build, repair, and maintain tools and their components to ensure top-notch inspection standards. You’ll also have the opportunity to assist higher-grade Technicians, enhancing your skills and expertise
Your responsibilities may include (but are not limited to):

• Tool Assembly & Repair: Assemble, maintain, and repair tools and components using various fabrication processes
• Fabrication and Modification: Work from drawings and specifications to create and modify tools and components
• Machine Operation: Operate hand tools, manual machines, and automated manufacturing machines like milling machines, lathes, waterjets, routers, and laser cutters
• Precision Measurement: Use measuring instruments such as micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, laser trackers, and portable coordinate measuring devices to ensure accuracy
• Additional Operations: Perform deburring, blending, and grinding as needed

What you need to be successful:

• A high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or a bronze level WorkKeys certification is required
• Experience with fabrication or general mechanical skills is helpful
• Ability to work in occasional environments with exposure to dust, water, fumes, and plaster
  Why join us?
  Your success is our success. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to help you and your family members — now and in the future, beginning day one.
• 401K company match + additional annual contribution equal to 4% of eligible compensation
• $3,000 annual lump sum payment eligibility per contract
• Annual cost of living adjustment up to $1,500 per contract
• Automatic increases of $0.30/hr every 3 months up to top of grade per contract
• Education assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs, compensated at the start of the semester
• Flight training bonus program for earning pilot certifications
• Access to the Textron Aviation Plane Wellness and Pharmacy
• Explore more benefits here
• At Textron Aviation, base pay is only one of the parts of our Total Rewards package and is determined within a range. This provides you the opportunities to grow and develop within your role, and depends on your experience, qualifications, and location.

Qualifications

Our workforce is made up of individuals throughout the world with a wide range of backgrounds, interests, and passions. Our unique perspectives lead us to be a world-class workforce, helping us develop legendary products. Because we recognize that our differences make us stronger, and studies have shown that some may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly, we welcome everyone to apply to this role if it meets your career goals. Whether you’re in the military community, a recent graduate, or looking for a career change, you could be our next great fit!
We’re Here to Support You:
We understand the hiring process can be overwhelming which is why our team is committed to assisting you at each stage. If you have questions, visit the Career & Learning Center located in Wichita, Kansas, where you’ll find answers and additional resources as you explore your career opportunities with us.
Kansas Tax Credit
Join Textron Aviation’s Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Visit https://www.aircapitaloftheworld.com/taxcredits for more information on the tax credit.
EEO Statement
Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Recruiting Company: Textron Aviation

Primary Location

: US-Kansas-Wichita

Job Field

: Manufacturing

Schedule

: Full-time

Job Level

: Individual Contributor

Job Type

: Standard

Shift

: First Shift

Job Posting

: 11/10/2026, 2:32:18 PM