Technician - Manufacturing Engineering - Tooling
Technician - Manufacturing Engineering - Tooling
Date: Apr 8, 2026
Location:Tallassee, AL, US
Company: GKN Aerospace Careers
Job Summary
Performs diversified and complex tasks associated with tool fabrication/Machining required in the development of composite components, assemblies, bonded parts and other miscellaneous accessories. The Tool Maker Machinist will support operational and development Programs to enable and deliver zero defect projects utilizing superior engineering and problem-solving skills. They will deliver robust, capable process technology as it applies to both materials, tooling, part fabrication and assembly.
Job Responsibilities
- Recommend design changes to manufacturing operations
- Work with manufacturing and engineering personnel to resolve technical tooling issues
- Develop new types and methods of tooling
- Use precision measuring equipment (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, etc.)
- Knowledge of welding practices and equipment (MIG, stick, torch, brazing; TIG desirable)
- Knowledge of manual and CNC machining setup, safety, and practices
- Troubleshoot tooling failures independently
- Create or modify simple tooling sketches for engineering review
- Intermediate GD&T interpretation
- Understanding of heat‑treating basics
- Participate in and sometimes lead root cause and corrective action activities
- Understand cost drivers in tooling design and repair
- Maintain integrity within processes and documentation
- Contribute to process improvement and cost reduction
- Be well‑versed in shop floor processes and flow
- Work effectively cross‑functionally to solve problems
- Work in different areas as needed
- Maintain working knowledge of customer specifications
- Mentor Tool Maker 1 and 2 employees
Job Qualifications
- Manual & CNC Machining Experience
- Familiar with Composite Tool Manufacturing
- U.S. Person per ITAR regulations to comply with export compliance
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