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Tool Engineer
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Palmdale, Los Angeles County, California, 93550, USA
Listed on 2026-06-03
Listing for:
Trispoke Managed Services Pvt Ltd
Contract
position Listed on 2026-06-03
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics, Mechanical Engineer -
Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job : 15576-1
Pay : $90.00/hr - $107.00/hr on W2!
Shift : 1st shift, 4/10
Location
:
Palmdale, CA 93550 - 100% ONSITE
Contract: 24 month Contract with potential extension
Citizenship Requirement: US Citizenship (Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance)
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities
• Tool Design & Development
o Generate 3 D models and detailed drawings for custom tools, fixtures, jigs, and gauges using CAD software (Solid Works, CATIA, or Creo).
o Conduct design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) reviews; incorporate GD&T and tolerancing best practices.
o Perform finite element analysis (FEA) and stress/deflection calculations to validate structural integrity.
• Prototype & Validation
o Build and assemble prototype tooling; coordinate rapid prototype methods (3 D printing, CNC machining, additive manufacturing).
o Develop test plans; run qualification trials, capture data, and analyze results to verify tool performance against specifications.
o Document tool qualification reports and secure release for production use.
• Production Support
o Issue and maintain engineering change orders (ECOs) for tooling improvements or corrective actions.
o Provide on site support for tool installation, alignment, and troubleshooting; train manufacturing personnel on proper usage.
o Monitor tool wear, life cycle cost, and schedule preventive maintenance or refurbishment as needed.
• Supplier Management
o Identify, qualify, and manage external tool vendors; develop statements of work (SOW) and technical specifications.
o Conduct supplier audits, evaluate capability, and ensure compliance with Northrop quality standards (AS9100, NADCAP).
• Continuous Improvement
o Lead initiatives to reduce tooling cost, cycle time, and waste through lean manufacturing, value stream mapping, and automation.
o Capture lessons learned; update tooling standards, best practice guides, and knowledge base documents.
• Compliance & Documentation
o Ensure all tooling complies with relevant standards (MIL STD 1850, FAA/EASA, ITAR) and internal security requirements.
o Maintain accurate configuration controlled records in PLM system (Windchill, Teamcenter).
Basic Qualifications:
High school diploma
15 + years of aerospace/manufacturing experience
Preferred Qualifications:
High school diploma
Experience in tool fabrication/assemblies
15 + years of aerospace/manufacturing experience
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