Senior Development Fabrication Technician
Core
Senior fabricator translating engineering drawings and CAD into low-volume, high-complexity prototype hardware (chassis, frames, weldments) for defense systems.
Role type
Senior IC fabrication technician (prototype/R&D)
Builds
Custom chassis, structural frames, fixtures, test articles, and complex weldments for defense programs
Domain
Defense technology / Aerospace / Low-volume manufacturing
Required skills
GMAW/MIG, FCAW, GTAW/TIG welding, steel/aluminum fabrication, sheet-metal work, GD&T interpretation, fixturing design, dimensional inspection, shop math, mechanical reasoning
Preferred skills
CAD (NX/SolidWorks), AWS D17.1/D1.1/NAVSEA standards, mentoring, large assembly tolerance control
Technologies
GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, manual mills, lathes, brakes, rollers, saws
Responsibilities
Plan build sequences and fabrication approaches; fabricate assemblies using layout, welding, cutting, drilling, grinding, forming; design and build weld fixtures; resolve fit-up and tolerance issues with engineers; inspect completed hardware; execute R&D fabrication independently; mentor teammates
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC