Laser Tracker Operator

Ascent Aerospace – Inspiring the next generation of flight!

Ascent Aerospace is a world-renowned, single-source provider of production and automated assembly systems for the aerospace and defense industry. We produce a full suite of both mold and assembly tooling required for the aerospace manufacturing market, including the largest Invar molds ever made— making us the largest tooling group in the industry. We work with our customers to develop their project and see it through, from process engineering to build and installation, to ensure it is an efficient and cost-effective solution. As a true, single-source integrator, we have proven tools to surpass our customer expectations. We have greater control of timing and schedules, which allows for 100% accountability, and avoids costly mark-ups, ultimately saving our customers money. The result: a group of businesses, each an industry leader within their own discipline, now acting as one truly integrated supply base. 

Summary of Position

The Laser Operator is responsible for working with Quality, Design, and Assembly to help ensure projects meet customer specifications. The Laser Operator will inspect machined components, weldments, purchased components, etc. for conformance to engineering drawings and specifications.

Essential Functions

This document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position.

Independently operate FARO Laser Tracker with Verisurf Software to perform inspection, ensuring project meets customer specifications

Produce easily understood and visually appealing inspection reports that include written descriptions, 3-D pictures and data tables

Evaluate equipment and work with customers and manufacturing team to develop and perform measurement plans for inspections, alignments and reverse engineering

Focus on manufacturing demands by prioritizing tasks and meeting scheduled deadlines

Seek ways to improve/streamline inspection methods and communication channels

Follow policy and procedures including safe working practices

Any additional duties assigned by management.

Required Skills, Education & Experience

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful job performance will be considered.  Typical qualifications would be:

Minimum 3-5 years of experience with a Faro Laser Tracker, Verisurf software experience

Must be able to read and understand blueprints including geometric tolerance and understanding of general tolerances and GD&T

Skills performing inspection of tooling, details and sub-assemblies and setting of details, building tools from start to finish, scan and crunch N/C surface

Understand reference systems & how to create them

Strong computer skills and ability to use Microsoft office

Must be available to work overtime and off shifts if necessary

Must apply for DOD Secret Clearance

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22.C.F.R. § is required

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated capability to interface and maintain effective relationships with all departments and employees in a team-oriented environment 

Ability to read complex blueprints

Ability to identify and find specifications

Understanding of general tolerances

Knowledge of geometric tolerances

Attention to detail

Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITy

None

Travel

50%

Working Conditions

Working conditions described here are representative of those that may be experienced by an employee on a daily basis while performing the functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes and airborne particles

The employee may be exposed to vibration

The employee is occasionally exposed to caustic chemicals.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

May be required to work weekends to meet department and business demands

Work with safe manufacturing processes and understanding that eyewear is mandatory in the manufacturing area

Knows that safety shoes are recommended in the manufacturing area

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Must be able to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

Must be able to see, talk, hear, touch, feel and reach with hands and arms.

Must be able to frequently walk & stand for short periods of time

Must be able to lift and move up to 35 pounds, occasionally lift and move objects up to 50lbs.

BENEFITS

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

PTO

401k Match

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing an employee reference check, criminal background check, and drug screening.

This position requires use of information that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder').

Ascent Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please call toll-free +1 586-726-0500. This phone number is created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

No Unauthorized Referrals from Recruiters & Vendors 

Please note that Ascent Aerospace does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or offers from third party recruiters or staffing agencies associated with any published or unpublished employment opportunities. Any unsolicited information sent to Ascent Aerospace will be considered as unencumbered and free from any fee or charge whatsoever. Only members of our Human Resources Team have the authority to engage or authorize recruiting services, which must be agreed upon before the unsolicited resume or offer is received.