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MHM Publishing Inc

Aircraft Tool Maker, Bell Wichita FLRAA

MHM Publishing Inc, Wichita, Kansas, United States, 67232

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Job Requirements

Operating a laser tracker and ability to integrate 3D models.

Welding certification.

Inventory management systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) for tracking tool usage and calibration.

Lean manufacturing principles to support continuous improvement and waste reduction.

Troubleshooting and root cause analysis for tool‑related production issues.

Effective communication to relay tool setup details across shifts and departments.

Time management to prioritize tool setups and maintenance under tight schedules.

Basic computer literacy for logging tool data and accessing digital work instructions.

Adaptability to work with evolving tooling technologies and production demands.

Spatial reasoning to visualize tool setups and machine interactions.

Precision and attention to detail for maintaining tight tolerances.

Team collaboration to support cross‑functional production goals.

Initiative and curiosity to learn new tooling techniques and suggest improvements.

Reliability in maintaining tool crib integrity and calibration schedules.

Commitment to safety in handling sharp tools and operating machinery.

Customer‑focused mindset to support internal stakeholders like assemblers and engineers.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.

Minimum 5 years’ experience in tool making using hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments such as laser trackers.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

U.S. person status required (per ITAR/EAR regulations).

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand for extended periods during machining and tool setup activities.

Capability to lift and carry tooling components weighing up to 50 lbs safely and repeatedly.

Manual dexterity to handle precision instruments, small tools, and intricate setups.

Strong visual acuity to read technical drawings and perform accurate inspections.

Willingness to perform repetitive motions, including gripping, twisting, and reaching.

Comfortable working in a machine shop environment, exposed to noise, lubricants, and metal particulates.

What We Offer

Monday‑Thursday 4×10 work schedule.

80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO).

120 hours Vacation time.

12‑13 paid holidays per year.

6 weeks parental leave.

Tuition reimbursement.

Competitive salary.

Comprehensive health insurance.

Access to more than 11 Employee Resource Groups.

And so much more.

Job Description We’re more than aviation experts; we’re pioneers. From breaking the sound barrier to advanced tilt‑rotor systems, Bell is shaping the future of aviation through specialized engineering. We are developing the future of Army Aviation with the Bell Future Long‑Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) as part of the U.S. Army’s Future Vertical Lift modernization effort. This position is onsite in Wichita, Kansas.

As an Aircraft Tool Maker for the Bell Wichita FLRAA program, you will support operations at our cutting‑edge Wichita facility, where we’re building the fuselage for the MV‑75, the U.S. Army’s Future Long‑Range Assault Aircraft. You will create precision tooling and maintain smooth production flow.

Create, track, and perform airframe fixture period inspections.

Repair and upgrade assembly fixtures using power tools, NC and conventional mills, and lathes.

Create work aids to assist manufacturing.

Verify all tooling using laser tracking standard practices.

Help troubleshoot production issues by conducting in‑process verification of tooling and providing feedback.

Maintain crib inventory and manage tool distribution.

Monitor calibration logs and tool serviceability.

Collaborate with Process Engineering and Tool Design teams for concept of tooling.

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