Manufacturing Aerospace Technician I or II

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We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Manufacturing Aerospace Technician I or IILEVEL IPay starting at $26.50/hourly, with consideration for relevant experience, skills, and qualifications LEVEL IIPay starting at $30.25/hourly, with consideration for relevant experience, skills, and qualifications

All Levels are eligible for the benefits below:

All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
401(k) match (4.5%)Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
12 paid holidays

Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.

Paid parental leave.

Adoption Assistance Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.

Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life Member referral bonus

Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Voluntary benefits, including:

Home / Auto Insurance discounts

Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Job Summary:

This role directly engages in a team of teams manufacturing environment by executing technical processes, maintaining safety and quality standards, and driving continuous improvement across shared work areas and production lines. In this role, you will be based at the new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility where we support the manufacturing of hydraulic actuators for today’s aircraft. As a Manufacturing Aerospace Technician, you will have the opportunity to grow and develop while pursuing a rewarding career with some of the latest automated manufacturing technologies.

Manufacturing Aerospace Technician I:

Key Responsibilities Execute Technical Processes:
Follow standardized work and execute manufacturing processes across multiple product lines. Maintain process variables and support 5S, safety, daily management, and production flow.

Collaborate Across Teams:
Work within a flexible, cross-trained team environment to support production goals. Accurately log operations and coordinate effectively across functions.

Resolves Issues:
Identify and address routine process and production issues using standard methods. Escalate and support problem-solving efforts, including root cause and corrective actions.

Ensure Product Quality:
Verify product quality through inspection and adherence to specifications, procedures, and standards. Ensure work meets quality requirements and escalate non-conformances as needed.

Build People & Process Capability:
Participate in training, cross-learning, and continuous improvement efforts. Support development of team capability and contribute to improved processes and standard work.

Key Skills Technical Process Knowledge:
Demonstrates understanding of manufacturing processes, aerospace drawings, GD&T, and technical documentation to execute work accurately.

Mechanical & Tool Proficiency:
Applies mechanical aptitude to safely use tools, equipment, and measurement instruments in production environments.

Team Communication:
Communicates clearly and effectively across team members and functions to support workflow, resolve issues, and align on priorities.

Adaptability & Team Contribution:
Works effectively in a flexible, cross-trained…