(P) Tool & Fixture Specialist

JOB TITLE: (P) Tool & Fixture Specialist
LOCATION: Saint Louis MO
PAY RATE: $53.50/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)

• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

• Benefits: Medical dental and vision (Cigna)

• Perks: Bonus potential Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary

Summary:

• Performs setup maintenance inspection and repair of tools; manufactures assembly and fabrication tools using precision machinery and hand tools.

• Provides tooling support to internal teams; operates factory equipment cranes and industrial trucks; works at heights with fall protection.

• Designs tests and demonstrates fabrication and assembly tools to ensure production of acceptable parts and assemblies.

• Develop solutions for complex tool setup activities (alignment leveling).

• Perform visual inspections make major repairs and manufacture tools using manual and CNC machines.

• Provide tooling support to other departments and coordinate problem resolution.

• Design fabrication and assembly tools per engineering drawings or customer requests.

• Demonstrate functionality of tools by producing first parts and resolve tool-related issues.

• Reverse-engineer designs and fabrication processes as needed.

• Work under general direction and mentor less experienced employees on complex tasks.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED

• Must have relevant work experience

• Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in a factory environment involving sitting walking bending kneeling stair climbing gripping and operating hand/power tools.

• Stand for extended periods and work in elevated or confined spaces as needed.

• Lift up to 35 lbs independently; occasional two-person lift for heavier items.

• Frequent overhead reaching walking on flat surfaces standing on flat or uneven surfaces and balancing on ladders or steps.

• Occasional climbing on 3 12 ft ladders or stands.

• Rotate head/neck crawl squat bend/stoop lie down and operate foot controls.

• Handle use and dispose of hazardous materials; occasional contact with metals plastics sealants and solvents.

• Exposure to noise elevated platforms and atmospheric conditions.

• Occasional finger manipulation (1 3 hrs/day).

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract contract-to-hire and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering IT production maintenance and support roles.

As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Citizen lawful permanent resident or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace aviation engineering maintenance aircraft design defense

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