Tool Designer/Machinist - Aerospace Manufacturing at Tube Specialties, Inc

Tempe, Arizona, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Sep, 26

Salary

34.0

Posted On

27 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

CAD Design, SolidWorks, Machining, GD&T, Tool Design, CNC Milling, CNC Lathes, Grinding, Tool & Die, AS9100 Compliance, Technical Documentation, Precision Measurement, Fabrication, Tolerance Stack-ups, Fixture Design, Aerospace Manufacturing

Industry

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Description

Join our aerospace manufacturing team and take ownership of tooling from concept to production. We’re looking for a Tool Designer / Machinist who can design, machine, and refine custom tooling, fixtures, and dies to support precision manufacturing in a regulated (AS9100) environment. If you enjoy combining CAD design with hands-on machining, this role offers direct impact on production performance and product quality. What You’ll Do * Design tooling, fixtures, and dies using CAD (SolidWorks, KeyCreator, or similar) * Create drawings, layouts, and technical documentation for manufacturing * Collaborate with engineering and production to solve manufacturability challenges * Improve tooling to increase efficiency, accuracy, and cost savings * Apply GD&T, tolerance stack-ups, and precision calculations * Build, modify, and repair tooling using manual/CNC mills, lathes, and grinders * Perform tool assembly, fit-up, and validation for production readiness * Maintain traceability and compliance with aerospace standards What We’re Looking For * 3+ years in tool design, tool & die, or machining * 2+ years of CAD experience (SolidWorks, KeyCreator, Kubotek, etc.) * Experience with aerospace tooling (fixtures, dies, tube assemblies preferred) * Strong knowledge of GD&T and tight-tolerance machining * Hands-on ability to fabricate, modify, and troubleshoot tooling * Experience in AS9100 or regulated manufacturing environments (preferred) * Detail-oriented, problem-solver with a production-first mindset Why Work Here: * Work on precision aerospace components * Own projects from design → build → validation * Collaborative, skilled team environment * Costco membership * Clean, professional shop environment * Comprehensive medical, dental, vision * Paid sick time and paid vacation * 401k All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening. No agencies or third-party recruiters, please Tube Specialties, Inc. in Tempe, Arizona is a small business that specializes in precision tube fabrication for the Aircraft/Aerospace and Defense industries. Founded in 1973, TSI is dedicated to delivering high-quality, intricate assemblies, including complex manifolds, bent assemblies, and critical components for fighter jets and anti-ballistic missiles. We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence and innovation. TSI possesses most aerospace certifications (AS9100, NADCAP) as well as we are an E4B4 security company. 6:00am - 2:30pm

Responsibilities

Design and manufacture custom tooling, fixtures, and dies using CAD software and manual or CNC machinery. Collaborate with engineering to improve production efficiency and ensure compliance with aerospace standards.