Toolmaker 3

Hanwha Aerospace USA; Glastonbury (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Connecticut is seeking a Toolmaker 3 to develop flight-critical components. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of tool making experience, proficiency in using machine tools, and a thorough understanding of specifications and quality assurance processes. Join us in a full-time position that contributes to our commitment to aviation excellence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in tool making.
• 3+ years of trade school or vocational education.
• Must be able to read, write, understand, and speak English at a functional level.

Responsibilities

• Studies specifications to determine materials and machines to fabricate parts.
• Sets up and operates machine tools, ensuring quality conformance.
• Documents inspection procedures in accordance with quality assurance.

Skills

Tool shop mathematics

Blueprint reading

Machining skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade school or vocational education

Tools

Machine tools (lathes, milling machines)

Measuring instruments (dial indicators, micrometers)

Job description

Toolmaker 3 – Non‑Exempt

Hanwha Aerospace USA is a leader in the development and supply of flight‑critical Aerospace/Defense components and assemblies, operating four state‑of‑the‑art facilities in Connecticut. We are hiring a toolmaker who has experience in analyzing specifications, laying out material stock, setting up and operating machine tools, and fabricating and repairing jigs and fixtures using knowledge of tool shop mathematics, metal properties, and machining/assembly procedures.

Location: Glastonbury, CT

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Studies specifications, such as blueprints, sketches, models, or descriptions, and visualizes product to determine materials required and machines to be used to fabricate parts.
• Computes dimensions, plans layout, and determines assembly method and sequence of operations.
• Measures, marks, and scribes metal stock for machining.
• Sets up and operates machine tools, such as lathes, milling machines, and grinders, to machine parts, and verifies conformance of machined parts to specifications.
• Lifts machined parts manually or using a hoist, and positions and secures parts on a surface plate or worktable using devices such as vises, V‑blocks, and angle plates.
• Smooths flat and contoured surfaces, using files, abrasive stones, and power grinders, and fits and assembles parts together and into assemblies and mechanisms, using hand tools.
• Verifies dimensions, alignments, and clearances using measuring instruments such as dial indicators, gauge blocks, thickness gauges, and micrometers. Works to .0001" tolerances.
• Documents the in‑process inspection procedures in accordance with Quality Assurance Procedure 4.10-2.
• Inspects and measures parts to document quality requirements directly to the customer.
• May connect wiring and hydraulic lines to install electrical and hydraulic components.
• May examine standard or previously used tools, jigs, and fixtures and recommend design modifications regarding construction and function of the part.
• May develop specifications from general descriptions for specialty tools and draw or sketch designs or products.
• Make components for tools, fixtures, and jigs from a blueprint, using appropriate cutting tools, workholding, and machining tools.
• Performs other related duties or responsibilities as requested or required, whether or not specifically mentioned in this job description.
• Participates in training as required.
• Travel: 5‑10% domestic travel required.

Job Qualification Requirements:

• Must be a “US Person” as defined by US Government and able to work without restriction with ITAR related data.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of experience in tool making.
• 3+ years of trade school or vocational education.
• Ability to read machine dial gauges, blueprints, and precision measuring instruments.
• Must be able to read, write, understand, and speak English at a functional level.

Domestic Travel: 5‑10%

Hanwha Aerospace USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, Sexual Orientation, and Gender Identity or Expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.

Subject to change with or without notice.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Aviation & Aerospace