Job Overview
We are seeking a Tool & Die Maker to join our facility in Redmond, Washington (Seattle area). This is a non-Union, day shift, hourly position. Candidates must be willing and available to work other shifts or overtime as needed to meet delivery schedules.
In our Redmond, WA, site (Seattle area), we fabricate, assemble, and test chemical and electric thrusters, as well as small scale propulsion systems. Our electric propulsion systems enable a wide variety of missions from the exploration of our solar system to global communication and the surveillance of severe weather and wild fires.
Essential Functions
Read and interpret information from planning documents, drawings, tool orders, blueprints, sketches, specifications, engineering orders and quality assurance manuals to determine the methods and sequence of operations necessary to completely fabricate and assemble all types and sizes of tools, molds, jigs, dies and fixtures.
Lay out details, dimensions and tooling points of parts, tools, molds, jigs, dies and fixtures preparatory to fabrication operations using shop mathematics, geometry and trigonometry.
Set up and operate hand tools and power machine tools.
Fabricate, assemble and proof a variety of molds, jigs, fixtures, tools and dies, inspection check fixtures and tools, to required configuration, close and exacting dimensions, and tolerances, such as drill jigs having coordinated dimensions in planes not at right angles, progressive or compound dies, draw dies with deep, irregular or variable depth draws, form dies, hot sizing dies, punch press dies and fixtures incorporating indexing principles.
Check work in progress and complete parts, using precision measuring devices, for adherence to specified configuration, dimensions, tolerances and finish.
Record manufacturing data and statistics manually or with the aid of a computer or computer-based system.
Record tube manufacturing data and statistics manually or with the aid of a computer or computer-based system.
Requirements
Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience
Required Knowledge and Skills:
3 years of machining experience or equivalent tool and die maker experience.
Ability to read and interpret information from engineering documents, drawings, blueprints, engineering models and conceptual designs
Interpreting Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T).
Knowledge of machining theory, mechanical systems, welding and assembly to layout.
Ability to fabricate and build various types of tooling.
Understanding of tolerance stack up and datum structures.
Excellent math skills.
Experience working with jigs, fixtures, inspection check fixtures and tooling dies.
Proven safety record and understanding of factory processes, safety rules and requirements.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to thrive in a team environment, work independently, and embrace continuous improvement.
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $23.32/hr MIN - $43.51/hr MAX. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.