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Tool Designer

Cyient, Model City, NY, United States


We are seeking a motivated

Tool Designer

to support aerospace manufacturing operations by developing and improving precision tooling solutions. This role plays a critical part in enabling the production of complex engine components by ensuring tooling designs meet stringent engineering, quality, and operational requirements.

You’ll work closely with cross‑functional teams including Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, and Quality to bring tooling concepts from design through implementation on the shop floor.

Tool Designer

Location:

Middletown, CT (Onsite)

About the Role We are seeking a motivated

Tool Designer

to support aerospace manufacturing operations by developing and improving precision tooling solutions. This role plays a critical part in enabling the production of complex engine components by ensuring tooling designs meet stringent engineering, quality, and operational requirements.

You’ll work closely with cross‑functional teams including Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, and Quality to bring tooling concepts from design through implementation on the shop floor.

Key Responsibilities

Design and develop tooling solutions to support aerospace manufacturing and assembly processes

Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing plans to determine tooling requirements

Create detailed tooling designs, layouts, and supporting documentation

Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers and shop floor teams to troubleshoot and resolve tooling‑related issues

Support tool validation, tryouts, and implementation to ensure readiness for production

Prepare cost estimates and coordinate with vendors for fabrication, sourcing, and lead times

Utilize systems such as SAP (or similar) to manage tooling records, updates, and tracking

Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on tooling performance, quality, and efficiency

Ensure compliance with aerospace standards, safety requirements, and internal processes

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent experience)

1–3 years of tooling design or manufacturing support experience (co‑op/internship experience considered)

Foundational knowledge of

GD&T , engineering drawings, and manufacturing processes

Familiarity with CAD tools (NX, CATIA, SolidWorks, or similar)

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with high attention to detail

Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting aerospace or high‑precision manufacturing environments

Exposure to engine assembly, machining, or tooling for complex components

Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP) and tooling lifecycle management

Understanding of lean manufacturing principles

Additional Requirements

U.S. Citizenship required

(ITAR compliance)

Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to build your career in aerospace tooling design while working on advanced propulsion systems. You’ll gain hands‑on experience, exposure to cutting‑edge manufacturing environments, and the ability to directly impact production success.

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