Galaxy Technologies is looking for an experienced Tool Builder with at least 5 years of experience to join our team! If you're passionate about creating innovative tools for the aircraft and defense industries, we want you on our team. You'll be able to design and develop cutting-edge solutions that streamline processes and drive success. Join us and help shape the future of our tools!

As a Tool Maker/Builder, you will be responsible for building precision tooling and fixtures for the Aerospace, Defense, and Space industries. This role involves layout management, fabrication, assembly, and repair of jigs, fixtures, forms, templates, and related tooling used in the manufacturing of aircraft parts and assemblies.

• Design, build, and repair precision tools, jigs, fixtures, and gauges.
• Interpret blueprints and MBD (Model-Based Definition) models; proficiency in GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) required.
• Collaborate with engineers and team members to develop innovative tooling solutions.
• Create tooling components using computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• Set up and operate machining equipment, including lathes, milling machines, and surface grinders.
• Troubleshoot issues with tooling and machinery, identify and resolve problems independently.
• Operate cranes, forklifts, and other heavy machinery safely and effectively.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments (e.g., micrometers, calipers) for quality control.
• Perform quality inspections to ensure finished tools meet required specifications.
• Prepare sketches and detailed fabrication instructions for tasks performed by others.
• Work with materials such as aluminum, steel, and graphite.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment for finishing tasks including deburring and grinding.
• Track job hours and status, ensuring accurate reporting.
• Maintain compliance with all safety standards and operational procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Any combination of education and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge for successful performance will be considered. The ideal candidate will have:

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 5+ years of experience setting up and operating lathes, Bridgeport’s, surface grinders, and other machine tools.
• 5+ years of experience using inspection gauges and equipment (e.g., micrometers, calipers).
• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints and GD&T.
• Strong understanding of customer requirements and industry specifications.
• Ability to manage projects independently from start to finish with minimal supervision.
• Solid mathematical skills for precision measurement and fabrication.
• Capability to prepare detailed fabrication and machining instructions for team members.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Willingness to work varied shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed.
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to work collaboratively with management to meet production deadlines.

Physical Demands and Work Environment: The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, bend, kneel, climb stairs and walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

2. The work environment is usually a well-lighted, heated and/or air-conditioned indoor setting with adequate ventilation. Minimal exposure to outside elements. The noise level in the work environment is frequently high. The work environment frequently requires the wearing of personal protective equipment (PPE) including hearing protection, eye protection and foot protection.