Tooling Manager

Who You Are and What You Can Become

As the Tooling Manager, you will manage and lead the tooling team, oversee all tooling operations, and ensure high standards of precision, quality, and safety. You will guide a team of toolmakers, drive continuous improvement in tooling processes, and integrate advanced technologies.

At ST Engineering MRAS, employees have opportunities to work on advanced technologies and systems that support thousands of customers and millions of people worldwide. From the first flight across the Pacific Ocean to developing highly complex structures for the most popular aircraft, we continue to innovate and delight customers with a can‑do approach.

• Lead and manage a team of toolmakers, providing guidance, support, and development opportunities.
• Set goals and objectives for the tooling department, aligning with company strategies.
• Foster a collaborative environment, encouraging innovation and problem‑solving.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback to team members.

• Oversee the execution of tooling fabrication, repair, and refurbishment, ensuring adherence to production schedules and quality standards.
• Implement and manage the integration of advanced technologies, such as 3D printing and laser scanning, into tooling processes.
• Develop and oversee certification programs for tooling staff, ensuring compliance with all tooling processes and safety protocols.

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance tooling efficiency, reduce costs, and improve tool longevity.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve tooling‑related issues and optimize production workflows.

• Mentor and train junior toolmakers in advanced machining techniques, laser scanning, and 3D printing technology.
• Lead the development of training materials and programs to upskill the tooling team.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field with 5 years of experience in tooling or manufacturing, OR a High School Diploma with 10 years of experience in tooling or manufacturing.
• Proven leadership experience, with a track record of managing teams and driving process improvements.
• Comprehensive knowledge of machining tools, including lathes, milling machines, drills, and 3D printers.
• Expertise in laser scanning technology and interpreting scan data for tool inspection and certification.
• Strong proficiency in reading and interpreting complex engineering drawings and sketches.
• This position involves access to export‑controlled technology which requires U.S. Person status or government authorization. A “U.S. Person,” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62, includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, individuals lawfully admitted for permanent residence (green card holders), and individuals granted asylum or refugee status in the United States. To be considered for this position, you must either be a U.S. Person or fall within a legally recognized export control exception or authorization.
  
  If hired, you will be required to provide valid proof of such status.

• 1-2 years of experience managing employees in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience in the aerospace industry.
• Familiarity with a variety of materials used in toolmaking, including metals, composites, and adhesives.
• Advanced experience in utilizing 3D printing for tooling fabrication and modification.
• Mastery in advanced mathematics, including trigonometry, for calculating precise dimensions and layouts.
• Demonstrated ability to train, certify, and mentor junior toolmakers in advanced tooling processes.

Estimate salary range for this role: $88,200 to $127,300 per year.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starting from the start date.
• Health Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Free onsite gym with weekly fitness classes.
• Immediate 401(k) vesting.
• Educational assistance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off (permissive for exempt staff).

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