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Autodesk

Research Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

... metal fabrication, joining, molding, forming, additive manufacturing, assembly, and inspection ... Collaborate with Autodesk researchers, engineers, Technology Center staff, industry partners, and ...

Autodesk, Inc.

Research Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

... metal fabrication, joining, molding, forming, additive manufacturing, assembly, and inspection. • Collaborate with Autodesk researchers, engineers, Technology Center staff, industry partners, and ...

Venteon

Roll Forming Engineer

Milan, MI · On-site

This Roll Forming Engineer will design, develop, and optimize continuous metal-profiling processes. Translate product concepts into manufacturable designs, configure custom tooling setups ...

Metal Works

Forming Operator

Londonderry, NH · On-site

$17.50 - $20.75/hr

... support metal forming processes used in the production of precision sheet metal and fabricated ... Review engineering drawings, work instructions, and production documentation * Install and adjust ...

Solcoa Industries

Research Engineer

Alameda, CA · On-site

$120K - $175K/yr

Making the Metals Powering the World Solcoa exists to stabilize the western rare-earth metal supply ... The Role - Research Engineer Own difficult, first-principles R&D that unlocks rare-earth metal ...

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Spin Form Technician - Metal Forming

Long Beach, CA • On-site

PCX Aerosystems
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing • 201 - 500 employees
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$29 - $35/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 25 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Perform the setup, operation, and in-process inspection of spin forming parts.

  • Work with the production team to deliver on-time products while meeting labor, cost, and quality targets.

  • Learn and perform spin forming processes, including manual power spinning, CNC metal spin forming, and CNC programming as required.

Job description

About the Organization
Applied Aerospace & Defense (Applied) is a premier provider of advanced design, engineering, and vertically integrated manufacturing solutions for leading and next-generation space and defense technology companies. Applied builds complex hardware for extreme operating environments and is focused on three core markets: Space and Launch Systems, Defense Aviation and Airborne Systems, and C5ISR and Precision Strike Systems. With decades of space and defense manufacturing heritage, Applied combines deep material science and IP-enabled process expertise with the ability to enable rapid prototyping, enhance new product development, and responsively scale production. Across its nationwide infrastructure of advanced manufacturing facilities, Applied continuously supports a balanced mix of next-generation technology and platform development, large scale production programs, and aftermarket sustainment for enduring platforms.
EOE Statement
Applied Aerospace and Defense is an equal opportunity employer.
Description
The Role:
As a metal spinner you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to the spin forming of domes, cones and other metallic forms. You will work closely with the Engineering and Manufacturing teams to provide input to help improve the quality of the Spin forming product and processes.
Pay Range: $29.00 to $35.00 per hour, depending on experience.
Responsibilities:
  • Work directly with production team to deliver on-time product while meeting labor, cost, and quality targets.
  • Perform the setup, operation, and in-process part inspection.
  • Use manual torches for heating material within specification for spin forming using digital pyrometry or temp sticks for temperature monitoring of spin forming process.
  • Perform the assembly and verification of spin tool set-ups.
  • Check parts for planning and drawing verification.
  • Learn, as required, and perform Power spinning and CNC metal spin forming.
  • Learn, as required, and perform CNC programming for the CNC spin machine.
  • Identify and eliminate process wastes and continuously improve the spinning processes.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area (5s)
  • Perform basic spin machine maintenance (TPM)

Position Requirements
To be considered for this position you must have the following:
  • A demonstrated ability to perform manual Power spinning and/or computer numerical control CNC lathes is required.
  • Experience with Aerospace materials and hot spinning.
  • High school diploma, GED, or Degree.
  • Ability to use measuring devices and templates to check dimensions and profiles as required.
  • Ability to accurately follow planning, read blueprints and manufacturing instructions.
  • Ability to perform basic part inspection using basic measuring devices such as calipers, ID / OD micrometers, digital thickness gage, Pi-Tape to check key dimensions and profiles.
  • Ability to interpret blueprints / sketches and manufacturing instructions.
  • It's also beneficial to have the following:
  • Manual Hand / Power spinning experience preferred but not required.
  • Heat treating experience; operating furnaces and heat treat setups

It's also beneficial to have the following:
  • Minimum of three (3) years of relevant spin forming experience.
  • Experience operating Leifeld or MJC spinning machines.
  • Experience with SpinCAD or similar software
  • Over-head crane / rigging experience to safely handle large odd shaped, heavy hardware.
  • Previous Forklift experience
  • Basic tooling lathe / Bridgeport Mill experience

Shift
Days
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
Location
Applied Aerospace & Defense, Long Beach
Category
Machine Shop
Req Number
MAC-26-00005
Position
Spin Form Technician - Metal Forming
Close Date
Post Internal Days
0
Number of Openings
2
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt
Hiring Manager(s)
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