{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"f18f65a500b26ce1dbcfbc80","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f18f65a500b26ce1dbcfbc80","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f18f65a500b26ce1dbcfbc80","title":"Tooling Engineer II","description":"ABOUT FIREFLY AEROSPACE\nAs an end-to-end responsive space company, Firefly Aerospace is on a mission to enable our world to launch, land, and operate in space – anywhere, anytime. Our small- to medium-lift launch vehicles, lunar landers, and orbital vehicles allow us to service the entire lifecycle of government and commercial missions from low Earth orbit to the Moon and beyond. We utilize carbon composite structures, patented propulsion technologies, and common components across our vehicles to iterate quickly, improve reliability, and deliver payloads at a lower cost.\nSUMMARY\nFirefly is seeking a Tooling Engineer to support the design, fabrication, and integration of production jigs and fixtures across all production areas. In this hands-on role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, cost-effective tooling solutions that enable product development, streamline manufacturing processes, and support continuous improvement initiatives.\nThis role requires a highly skilled engineer with strong problem-solving abilities, a proactive mindset, and a passion for driving innovation through advanced tooling technologies, materials, and processes.\nRESPONSIBILITIES\nYour responsibilities will involve the coordination of resources to support Tooling requirements at all levels, including the following:\nDesign and develop tooling for manufacturing processes in collaboration with cross-functional teams.\nWork closely with Manufacturing, Design, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to ensure tooling aligns with production and product needs.\nSupport procurement and commissioning of tooling solutions, ensuring on-time delivery and performance to specifications.\nContribute to process improvement initiatives to reduce cycle time and cost while improving tooling performance and quality.\nParticipate in project planning activities, including estimates, timelines, and deliverables, under the guidance of project leadership.\nEvaluate new tooling technologies and materials, recommending solutions to enhance efficiency and capability.\nEnsure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards in all tooling designs and implementations.\nTroubleshoot and resolve tooling issues during development and production phases.\nShare knowledge and collaborate effectively with peers and stakeholders.\nRepresent Tool Engineering as a trusted and skilled partner within the broader engineering organization.\nQUALIFICATIONS\nRequired\nBachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.\n3+ years of experience in tooling design and development.\nProficient in manufacturing processes, materials, CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD), and simulation tools.\nStrong problem-solving and communication skills.\nExperience with GD&T and/or drawing interpretation.\nDemonstrated experience supporting tooling development through design, procurement, and implementation.\nDesired\nProficient in manufacturing processes, materials, CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD), and simulation tools.\nStrong problem-solving and communication skills.\nExperience with GD&T and/or drawing interpretation.\nDemonstrated experience supporting tooling development through design, procurement, and implementation.\nFirefly offers outstanding benefits for our employees, including generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles, parental leave, educational reimbursement, short term disability, pet Insurance, and flexible PTO options.\nTo conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.\nFirefly Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firefly is governed based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status","company":"Firefly Aerospace","rawCompany":"firefly aerospace","city":"Bertram","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-19T15:21:50.973Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2011.00","title":"Aerospace Engineers","slug":"aerospace-engineers"},{"code":"17-2112.03","title":"Manufacturing Engineers","slug":"manufacturing-engineers"},{"code":"17-3027.00","title":"Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians","slug":"mechanical-engineering-technologists-and-technicians"}],"industries":[{"code":"336414","title":"Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing","slug":"guided-missile-and-space-vehicle-manufacturing"},{"code":"336419","title":"Other Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"other-guided-missile-and-space-vehicle-parts-and-auxiliary-equipment-manufacturing"},{"code":"333514","title":"Special Die and Tool, Die Set, Jig, and Fixture Manufacturing","slug":"special-die-and-tool-die-set-jig-and-fixture-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Tooling Engineer II","description":"ABOUT FIREFLY AEROSPACE\nAs an end-to-end responsive space company, Firefly Aerospace is on a mission to enable our world to launch, land, and operate in space – anywhere, anytime. 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