Mid – Senior Aerospace Tooling Engineer (Contract)

Job Title: Mid – Senior Aerospace Tooling Engineer (Contract)

Location: Remote

Contract Duration: 6–12 months

Pay Rate: Approximately $65 - $75/hour DOE

Clearance Requirement: U.S. Persons, which include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and certain protected individuals; must be eligible to work on ITAR-regulated projects

Position Overview

We are seeking Tooling Engineers to support the design and development of tooling for aerospace manufacturing. This role involves creating robust tooling solutions that enhance production efficiency and ensure quality standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in tooling design, particularly in the aerospace sector, and demonstrate proficiency in CAD software and GD&T principles.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop composite tooling: Layup fixtures, bond tools, assembly jigs, machining fixtures, drill jigs, and other fixtures to support aerospace manufacturing processes.
• Utilize CAD software (NX) to create detailed tooling designs.
• Create CAD drawings compliant with customer-specified formats and standards.
• Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) to ensure precision and compliance with specifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate tooling solutions into the production workflow.
• Conduct tolerance analyses and implement design improvements to optimize manufacturability.
• Provide technical support during the fabrication and implementation of tooling solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in tooling design.
• Proficiency in NX is preferred.
• Strong understanding of GD&T principles and their application in tooling design.
• Experience in the aerospace industry and familiarity with ITAR requirements.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote work environment.

Work Environment

• Collaborative and dynamic team environment focused on innovation and quality.
• Possibly monthly meeting onsite in Hamilton Wa.

If you are a skilled Tooling Engineer looking to contribute to cutting-edge aerospace manufacturing projects, we encourage you to apply for this contract opportunity.

Apply via contact below:

Joseph Pudelka
joe.pudelka@windspeedtech.com