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Pursuit Aerospace

Metal Fabricator I

Pursuit Aerospace, Florida, New York, United States

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About Us As a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, Pursuit Aerospace is founded on a commitment to relentless, continuous operational improvement and extraordinary customer service. We pride ourselves on competitive cost structure, exceptional on-time delivery, and industry-leading quality.

About the Opportunity The Metal Fabricator is responsible for fabricating, assembling, and repairing metal components and structures according to engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions. This role involves cutting, shaping, forming, riveting, and straightening sheet metal or structural components using hand tools, power tools, and fabrication machinery. The ideal candidate demonstrates precision craftsmanship, and a commitment to safety and quality standards.

Location Stuart, Florida – Onsite. 1st shift (AWW) Friday, Saturday & Sunday from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Responsibilities

Follow written work instructions to assemble aircraft structures or components. With or without the aid of fixtures may require forming, drilling, filing, reaming, countersinking, burring and fastening using various hand tools as well as electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.

Work with engineering to improve manufacturing processes.

Responsible for setup and running of Forming Press Brake operations via Amada Press.

Assemble, install, rework, repair and modify aircraft structural, mechanical assemblies, subassemblies, components. Requires following written manufacturing planning, blueprints, process specifications, repair and rework sketches, and following written and/or oral instructions.

Ensure all assemblies and detail parts are free of Foreign Object Debris (FOD) and nonconformance issues. Check units for compliance using handheld precision measuring equipment, such as calipers, micrometers, height gages and scales.

Learn and gain a better understanding of calibrated tooling and equipment such as but not limited to vernier calipers, height gages, pi-tapes, plug gages, micrometers, go/no go gages, thread gages, cylindrical plug and vertical dividing head.

Become proficient in interpreting blueprints to determine how and where to fabricate, assemble and install sheet metal products.

Become proficient in measuring, marking dimensions, and lay out material to be installed using tools such as scribes, rulers, calculators and squares.

Become proficient in fastening joints and seams in sheet metal with solder, welds, caulk, bolts and metal driver clips, ensuring work is done carefully and bonds will last.

Assist in checking parts using specified gages or check parts using furnished fixtures to see that dimensions are being maintained.

Consistently maintain specific tolerances and accurately perform dimensions.

Follow all applicable safety rules and precautions.

Other job-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent

1-3 years of related experience

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.

Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

Completion of a recognized apprenticeship program or technical certification in Metal Fabrication, Welding, or Precision Manufacturing

Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex blueprints, process sheets, and engineering drawings

Experience using precision measuring equipment instruments (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, dial indicators).

Familiarity with Fabrication tools and machinery such as press breaks, rollers, shears, grinders, and rivet guns.

Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills to identify and correct fabrication issues

Demonstrated ability to work with tight tolerances and maintain high quality standards

Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate clearly with engineers, inspectors, and supervisors.

Working Conditions

Must be able to frequently sit, stand and walk.

Must be able to lift and carry up to 15 pounds; sometimes up to 50 pounds

Personal protective equipment (e.g., safety glasses and safety shoes) is required on the shop floor

Occasional weekend and evening work may be required to accommodate priorities, deadlines, and schedules.

Acknowledgements The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

Benefits Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things.

Equal Opportunity Employer Pursuit Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. 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.

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