The Precision Fabrication Technician manually adjusts aluminum and copper parts to meet drawing-defined dimensions and tolerances. Using hand tools, precision measuring equipment, and fixtures, the technician makes controlled adjustments, inspects parts, and documents work to ensure product quality and support production.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, GD&T requirements, quality specifications, and work instructions.
- Use height gauges, calipers, hammers, surface plates, and precision fixtures to measure and adjust parts to required dimensions.
- Make controlled mechanical adjustments to achieve the specified fit, alignment, and form.
- Perform visual and dimensional inspections to verify parts meet quality requirements.
- Handle and secure parts using approved methods to prevent damage.
- Maintain production fixtures and equipment; report equipment malfunctions and process issues.
- Keep tools, gauges, equipment, and the work area clean, organized, and properly maintained.
- Communicate process and equipment information with production, quality, and engineering teams.
- Follow all safety, quality, environmental, PPE, and tool-handling requirements.
- At least three years of experience in a related manufacturing or production role.
- Experience using precision measurement tools such as height gauges, calipers, surface plates, or mechanical fixtures.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T requirements.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience adjusting metal parts to close tolerances.
- Experience working with aluminum and copper is preferred.
- Ability to perform visual and dimensional inspections and accurately document work.
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and repeatability.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with production, quality, and engineering teams.
About Frontgrade
At Frontgrade, we build mission-critical electronics that perform without compromise in the world’s most demanding environments, from deep space to national defense. With decades of proven heritage, we deliver high-reliability components, subsystems, and integrated solutions trusted when failure is not an option. But our strength is not just in what we build. It is in the people who make it possible. From engineers and product managers to sales teams, marketers, and skilled manufacturing professionals, every role plays a direct part in enabling missions that protect, explore, and connect our world. We move with purpose, collaborate across disciplines, and take pride in delivering solutions our customers rely on in the highest-stakes environments. If you want your work, whatever your specialty, to contribute to something bigger, you will find your place at Frontgrade.
Why Work for Us
We believe mission success starts with taking care of our people. That’s why we offer competitive health, wealth, and wellbeing benefits from day one. You’ll also find real opportunities to learn, grow, and advance, whether you’re building technical expertise, leading teams, or expanding into new areas. Here, your growth is part of the mission.
Additional Information
This position may require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by either ITAR or EAR U.S. export laws. As a condition of any job offer, in order to be employed in this position, you may need to obtain a U.S. Government export license(s), as required by law.
Other benefits include:
- Immediate Medical (FSA and HSA), Dental, and Vision
- 401K Match with 100% immediate vesting
- 9X80 compressed work schedule for qualifying roles
- Career Opportunity and Growth
- Tuition Reimbursement/Student Loan Repayment
- Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays per year (9 designated holidays and 2 floating holidays)
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8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave