Fabricator | Aerospace & Defense | Machining Experience

Job Description

Job Description

Using engineering drawings, assembly/test procedures and/or other instructions, this position combines the skills of welding sub-assemblies using various welding equipment and techniques, setting up and machining operations using various manual and CNC machining equipment and assembling/testing/fitting sub-assembly parts using various manufacturing assembly equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Welding

• Tig and weld mild steel and stainless steel in NADCAP qualified facility
• With minimal supervision capable to square up and weld various geometries of components.
• Basic understanding of various weld form symbols on engineering drawings and understand size of fillet forms.
• Experience with both vertical and horizontal plane geometry, tack welding and semi-automated autogeneus fusion welding.
• Basic knowledge various edge preps before welding.
• Understanding of basic set up techniques.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform all welding operations as required by assembly procedure, drawing or other written instructions.

Machining

• Must be able to make basic set-ups and operate available machine tools
• Must be able to determine operational sequences, proper jigs, fixtures, and tools to be used.
• Must be able to use all machinist’s hand tools and measuring instruments.
• Must be familiar with the machining of most materials.
• Must be able to use advanced shop math, including trigonometry.

Assembly

• Must be able to work from engineering drawings, schematics, work orders and/or verbal instructions.
• Uses standard hand tools, such as screwdrivers and adjustable wrenches and standard measuring equipment.
• Set-up hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical test equipment, test gauges, voltmeters and amp meters, multimeters, etc.
• Tests to engineering test procedures and records data on test reports.
• Performs assembly, sub-assembly, and final assembly of various products.
• May be required to perform other duties as directed by supervisors

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent education.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Will be trained for AWS welding certification or equivalent. Internal qualification and certifications tests will be be given to meet customer and industrial requirements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIIES REQUIRED

• Ability to operate standard and specialized equipment to produce prototype and/or production parts
• Ability to perform standard shop computations, using technical math, geometry, and trigonometry.
• In-depth knowledge of geometric dimensions and tolerances in both standard and metric systems
• Candidate must have “Team” like mentality and be willing to work with a group
• Proficient use of manual and CNC lathes, milling machines and grinders.
• Proficient use of various production equipment including hydraulic presses, bead blaster, drill press, manual grinder, etc.
• Ability to work with various measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, height gauges, etc.
• Ability to work with various electronic equipment including power supplies, multimeters, test gauges, etc.
• Familiar with DC TIG welding equipment; ability to weld milled steel and stainless steel.
• Able to operate 4.5 inch and 7 inch angle grinder, manual vertical band saw, pedistal grinder, and various clamps and fixtures.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Moderate physical activity; standing for extended periods.
• Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 50 pounds and pushing, pulling or standing.

LOCATION: Springfield, NJ (Corporate Headquarters)

SALARY RANGE : $31.57 To $36.65 Hourly

WORKING CONDITIONS

Manufacturing environment; may be exposed to loud noises, changing temperatures, machinery with moving parts, and exotic materials.

All candidates must meet the US persons criteria.

Please note: The salary range is based on our market pay structure. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to, business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At Valcor Engineering, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 30+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; long term disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program. Our leave programs include Vacation and PTO time off, paid holidays, as well as other types such as bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to these characteristics

Valcor Engineering is one of the largest and most recognized suppliers of fluid control products in the aircraft, aerospace and military fields. We specialize in the design and manufacture of Solenoid Valves and control components for liquids and gases in critical application in the aerospace, nuclear, light industrial and scientific industries.

Company Description

Valcor Engineering is one of the largest and most recognized suppliers of fluid control products in the aircraft, aerospace and military fields. We specialize in the design and manufacture of Solenoid Valves and control components for liquids and gases in critical application in the aerospace, nuclear, light industrial and scientific industries.