Tool Designer

Profile

Our Tool Designers are accountable for designing Jigs & Fixtures for use in aircraft assemblies, sub-assemblies and tools for detail parts. These designs assist in the manufacturing process to ensure that our aircraft build conforms to the Type Design.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Design assembly fixtures; rubber press form blocks; welding jigs; check fixture, gauges, and any other tools used to support production activity
• Develop and maintain a record of materials, detailed assembly & component drawings
• Review designs and drawings from peers and provide feedback
• Create 3D parametric CAD models of tools, jigs, fixtures, and gauges using SolidWorks
• Monitor and control tool development process from concept to release into production
• Ensure compliance with applicable specifications and standards
• Communicate and coordinate internally and with our vendors
• Capable of supporting multiple projects at different stages of maturity
• Perform any other related project or task as required

Education & Experience

• 5+ years of experience in tooling design
• Requires a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Applied sciences and or a Tech Diploma or equivalent
• Must have experience in Solidworks parametric design including complex assemblies
• Proficient in interpretation of drawings

Special Conditions

• Shift work will be required based on company requirements
• Work to be performed in noisy and often warm production areas, including working with chemicals — all PPE is required at all times
• Occasionally required to lift heavy objects up to 40 lbs
• This position requires the ability to walk, stand and sit for long periods of time
• Eyesight must be sufficient to be able to read fine print and blueprint details