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PinnaclePartners

Tool Design Engineer

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$90K - $105K/yr

Tool Design Engineer Comp: $90,000-$105,000 Location: Cincinnati, OH Our client is seeking ... aerospace manufacturing while partnering closely with manufacturing and engineering teams to ...

Ducommun

Tool Design Engineer

Santa Clarita, CA

Tool Design Engineer Engineersin this general category are concerned with determining the ... aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace ...

Ducommun

Tool Design Engineer

Santa Clarita, CA

Tool Design Engineer Engineersin this general category are concerned with determining the ... aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace ...

Ducommun

Tool Design Engineer

Santa Clarita, CA · On-site

$28 - $33/hr

Tool Design Engineer Engineersin this general category are concerned with determining the ... aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace ...

O'Fallon Casting

Tool Design Engineer

O Fallon, MO · On-site

We partner with the World's leading aerospace customers to help them solve some of the most ... Design fixtures and tooling necessary for production. * 3D solid modeling and surface modeling.

Shield AI

Staff Engineer, Tool Design (R4967)

Dallas, TX · On-site

$120K - $190K/yr

The Senior Tool Design Engineer brings 7+ years of experience developing production tooling for complex aerospace systems. This role owns tooling throughout its lifecycle (concept, design, analysis ...

Shield AI

Staff Engineer, Tool Design (R4967)

Dallas, TX

$120K - $190K/yr

The Senior Tool Design Engineer brings 7+ years of experience developing production tooling for complex aerospace systems. This role owns tooling throughout its lifecycle (concept, design, analysis ...

Shield AI

Staff Engineer, Tool Design (R4967)

Dallas, TX · On-site

$120K - $190K/yr

The Senior Tool Design Engineer brings 7+ years of experience developing production tooling for complex aerospace systems. This role owns tooling throughout its lifecycle (concept, design, analysis ...

HANWHA AEROSPACE USA LLC

Tool Designer 1

Cheshire, CT · On-site

You will develop tool designs in support of internal manufacturing as well as multiple Aerospace & Defense companies. Essential Functions: * Create tool designs utilizing NX (Unigraphics) CAD system.

PROLIM Global Corporation

Engineer Tool 1

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$39 - $42/hr

Join a Leading Aerospace & Defense Organization We are seeking a motivated Engineer Tool 1 to support a Tool Design organization in El Segundo, California. This is an exciting opportunity for recent ...

Prolim Global

Engineer Tool 1

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$39 - $42/hr

Join a Leading Aerospace & Defense Organization We are seeking a motivated Engineer Tool 1 to support a Tool Design organization in El Segundo, California. This is an exciting opportunity for recent ...

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How much do contractual aerospace tool design jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for contractual aerospace tool design in the United States is $90,449.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,000.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contractual Aerospace Tool Design vs Aerospace Manufacturing Technician?

AspectContractual Aerospace Tool DesignAerospace Manufacturing Technician
CredentialsEngineering degree or technical certificationTechnical diploma or certification in manufacturing
Work EnvironmentDesign offices, CAD labs, client sitesManufacturing floors, assembly lines
Employer & Industry UsageDesign firms, aerospace companies, contractorsManufacturing plants, aerospace production facilities
Primary FocusDesign and development of aerospace tools and fixturesAssembly, maintenance, and operation of aerospace components

Contractual Aerospace Tool Design professionals focus on creating and developing tools used in aerospace manufacturing, often working on a project basis. Aerospace Manufacturing Technicians operate equipment and assemble aerospace parts on the production floor. While both roles are essential in aerospace, they differ in responsibilities, work environment, and required credentials.

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Infographic showing various Contractual Aerospace Tool Design job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $90,449 per year, or $43.5 per hour.

Tool Design & Maintenance Engineer

Moeller Aerospace

Harbor Springs, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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Moeller Aerospace rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

33rd of 72 rated aerospace companies

Job description

Tool Design amp; Maintenance Engineer
Build Precision. Drive Innovation. Shape Aerospace Manufacturing.
Moeller Aerospace is seeking a skilled Tool Design amp; Maintenance Engineer to support the design, maintenance, and optimization of precision machining fixtures used in the production of complex aerospace and gas turbine engine components.
In this role, you'll troubleshoot and improve hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical fixturing systems, collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams, and drive continuous improvement initiatives that directly impact product quality and production efficiency.
What You'll Bring
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • 3+ years of tool or fixture design experience in a precision machining environment
  • Experience with SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software
  • Strong understanding of machining processes, GD amp;T, and blueprint reading
  • Experience working with aerospace materials such as Inconel, Titanium, and Stainless Steel
  • Excellent problem-solving and collaboration skills
Why Join Moeller Aerospace?
✅ Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical, Dental amp; Vision Insurance
✅ 401(k) with Company Match
✅ Benefits Start on Day One
✅ 13 Days of PTO
✅ 13 Paid Holidays
✅ Opportunity to work on industry-leading aerospace products
Ready to Join Our Team?
If you're passionate about precision manufacturing, fixture design, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help us shape the future of aerospace manufacturing.

Moeller Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Due to U.S. Government regulations pertaining to the nature of this work, all candidates must be a U.S. person (i.e., U.S. citizen or possess a valid Green Card) and we will require proof of status prior to employment.

We are a Drug Free Workplace where all new team members are subject to pre-employment drug testing for controlled substances as policy dictates.

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