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Today's open rotor propulsion systems are challenged by safety, noise, and performance limitations at all scales. Whisper's breakthrough technologies allow aircraftto fly anywhere at any time without disturbing communities, at greater speeds, and with incredible improvements in efficiency and cost. Their innovations also enable a new generation of air moving products that can blend into the soundscapes of daily life. Whisper was founded by industry veterans, Mark Mooreand Ian Villa, and continues to innovate a future that’sas considerate as it is compelling with its world-class team in Tennessee. \nAbout the Role\nWhisper Aero is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Fabricator to build, modify, assemble, and integrate hardware supporting the development of advanced aircraft and electric propulsion systems. This role spans aircraft structures and components, installation of mechanical and electromechanical systems, prototype and qualification test articles, and the ground support equipment (GSE) needed to safely assemble, handle, and test that hardware.\nWorking alongside Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Test, and Quality, you will translate drawings and build instructions into safe, reliable physical hardware. The ideal candidate is a resourceful fabricator who can move between one-off development work and repeatable, revision-controlled builds while maintaining aerospace-grade workmanship and documentation.\nWhat You’ll Do\nAircraft Structures & Component Fabrication\nFabricate, fit, trim, drill, ream, deburr, finish, and assemble metallic and composite aircraft parts and structural subassemblies using approved processes.\nBuild and modify brackets, panels, mounts, airframe structures, ducts, enclosures, and other prototype or production-intent hardware from engineering drawings and specifications.\nOperate appropriate shop equipment and hand/power tools; use fixtures, templates, and precision measurement tools to achieve required alignment, fit, and dimensional accuracy.\nAircraft Assembly & Systems Integration\nSupport installation and integration of mechanical, electromechanical, propulsion, thermal, fluid, and associated aircraft systems in coordination with the responsible engineering teams.\nInstall and secure components, tubing, brackets, cable and harness routing provisions, fasteners, and interfaces to released instructions; assist with fit checks and system checkout under approved procedures.\nIdentify interferences, assembly constraints, and serviceability concerns early, and partner with Engineering on manufacturable solutions.\nGround Support Equipment (GSE), Tooling & Test Articles\nFabricate and modify assembly fixtures, alignment tools, handling carts, stands, lifting/transport interfaces, test rigs, and other GSE used for build and test activities.\nBuild representative structural and systems test articles to support design validation, instrumentation installation, ground testing, and engineering investigations.\nPrepare test hardware for use; support setup, safe configuration, inspections, and post-test modifications in accordance with approved plans and safety controls.\nEngineering Development & Manufacturing Execution\nCollaborate with engineers to plan fabrication steps, resolve design-to-build issues, and support rapid prototype iterations without bypassing configuration or approval controls.\nRead and interpret engineering drawings, CAD views, bills of material, work instructions, and revision changes; accurately record work and issues in applicable systems.\nContribute feedback on design for manufacturability, assembly sequence, tooling needs, cycle time, and repeatable fabrication methods.\nQuality, Safety & Continuous Improvement\nPerform in-process dimensional and visual checks; maintain part identification, traceability, and complete build records consistent with applicable AS9100D processes.\nEscalate nonconforming conditions and obtain authorized dispositions before rework, repair, or incorporation into aircraft or test hardware.\nFollow shop safety practices including PPE, foreign object debris (FOD) control, tool accountability, equipment inspection, and safe lifting/handling; maintain an organized work area.\nBasic Qualifications\nHigh school diploma or GED equivalent.\n5+ years of relevant hands-on experience in fabrication, aircraft assembly, vehicle prototyping, industrial maintenance, motorsports, precision metalwork, or a comparable technical trade; equivalent vocational training plus strong practical experience considered.\nAbility to interpret technical drawings, dimensions, tolerances, and assembly instructions, and to use calipers, micrometers, measuring tools, and common fabrication equipment.\nProficiency with hand and power tools and at least one fabrication discipline (e.g., sheet metal, welding, composites, machining, or precision mechanical assembly).\nDemonstrated ability to troubleshoot fit-up and build challenges while following established safety and quality processes.\nAbility to collaborate across engineering and manufacturing teams, document completed work, and adapt to changing prototype priorities.\nPreferred Qualifications\nFabrication or assembly of aerospace structures, experimental aircraft, UAVs, spacecraft, or advanced vehicle prototypes.\nTIG/MIG welder with experience on sheet-metal forming/riveting, composite trimming/bonding, manual machining, or precision fixture fabrication.\nExperience integrating propulsion, fluid, electrical, harness, thermal, or mechanical subsystems and supporting functional or ground tests.\nExperience building GSE, structural fixtures, test stands, or instrumented engineering test articles.\nFamiliar with AS9100D practices, controlled work instructions, inspection plans, FOD prevention, nonconformance controls, and configuration management.\nTool use of CAD viewing tools, ERP/MES, or digital work management systems such as Jira.\nBenefits: \nTop-tier Benefits: Employee-first focused comprehensive benefits package, minimum of 90% employer-paid plans for employees and dependents with optional HSA/FSA account offerings\nPTO & Federal Holidays: Starting at four weeks of paid time off for vacation, sick, and personal days\nCompetitive Salary: Value-based compensation, plus enjoy Tennessee’s no-income-tax life\nEnd of Year Bonuses: For eligible employees\nWe always have beverages and snacks available to energize you throughout the day, with paid team meals based on office demands.\n401(k) \nRelocation Assistance\nProfessional Development Stipend\nWhisper Aero is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 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