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A Tooling Build Engineer on the Manufacturing team is responsible for the design, development, and validation of innovative tooling, fixtures, and ground support equipment that enable the prototyping, integration, and testing of advanced structural assemblies. This role emphasizes creativity, rapid iteration, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to support early-stage research and development.
Job Responsibility:
Own the design, fabrication, and implementation of advanced tooling, fixtures, and integration aids to support R&D, prototype builds, and test campaigns
Partner with structures, manufacturing, and test teams to define tooling requirements, integration flow, and process interfaces
Collaborate across engineering disciplines and external vendors to deliver rapid, high-precision prototype tooling solutions
Leverage advanced materials and manufacturing methods, including additive and composite fabrication, to enhance performance and efficiency
Perform design validations, mechanical checks, and hands-on trials to qualify tooling for development and production use
Drive continuous improvement by developing and implementing tooling upgrades that reduce build time, improve accuracy, and streamline operations
Maintain documentation, configuration control, and safety standards across all tooling systems
Coordinate schedule, priorities, and vendor relationships to ensure tooling deliverables align with critical R&D and integration milestones
Act as a key interface between engineering and build teams to resolve integration challenges and sustain build velocity
Requirements:
Strong engineering first principles
Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, manufacturing, or related engineering field
Hands-on experience with physical hardware (internships, labs, project teams all count)
Proven ability to design, build, break, and iterate quickly
Comfort with CAD, test equipment, hand tools
Familiarity with manufacturing processes (machining, welding, forming, etc.) and GD&T fundamentals
Nice to have:
Hands-on experience with prototype fabrication methods including machining, additive manufacturing, composites, and rapid prototyping
Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks, NX) for tooling design and iteration
Knowledge of GD&T and ability to interpret and apply engineering drawings to prototype development
Familiarity with R&D environments and early-stage design-build-test cycles for high-performance aerospace systems
Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to experiment, adapt, and iterate quickly in ambiguous development settings
Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across engineering, prototype build, and test teams
Knowledge of lean prototyping and continuous improvement principles in low-volume, experimental environments