Fabrication Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Join North Wind – Accelerating Hypersonic Innovation

At North Wind, we are advancing hypersonic technologies through cutting-edge research, system development, and flight testing. Our team drives innovation in high-speed aerodynamics, propulsion systems, and mission-critical components, supporting every phase of hypersonic programs - from R&D to flight testing, If you are passionate about pushing technological boundaries in a dynamic environment, we invite you to join us. 

Fabrication Technician Summary: Assists with ensuring tasks are performed within budget and schedule. Provides technical guidance as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support the Fabrication department by performing the technical duties associated with fabrication and assembly tasks including handwork, fit and finish.
• Verify conformance of finished assembly to specified tolerances, blueprint specifications, and other required specifications with various measurement tools, including, but not limited to, calipers, scales, micrometers, and gauges
• Interpret, select, adopt and apply appropriate guidelines, procedures, and practices which relate to appropriate assemblies, disassembles and component rework or repair
• Highlights issues and concerns early with the Fabrication Supervisor to be able to resolve effectively to achieve task, program and company objectives

Preferred Education / Experience:

• Associates Degree;
• 3+ years of related discipline; or
• A combination of education and experience equivalent to above 

Preferred Knowledge / Ability: 

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings and documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals 
• May be required to travel up to 10% of the time
• Demonstrated knowledge of fabrication procedures, special materials & tools, and Foreign Object Detection (FOD) prevention
• Troubleshooting mechanical or electrical problems

North Wind is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. North Wind supports safe and drug free workplace through pre-employment background checks and drug testing.

The salary range provided is a general guideline. Actual pay will depend on several factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and other applicable qualifications. North Wind is committed to pay transparency in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

All candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.