Tool Maker

We are a fast-paced business with ambitious growth plans; so if you are dedicated, enthusiastic and always seeking ways to improve, you'll enjoy a career with us!Ontic is a leading global aerospace OEM trusted by the world's aviation leaders. Ontic's Chatsworth, CA, site specializes in precision engineering, MRO, and new solutions for parts at risk of obsolescence. With over 1,400 employees across four time zones and seven sites, we have more than doubled in size since 2019 and are continuing to grow at pace.Our team is looking for a Tool Maker to join our team at Ontic, Chatsworth Office in California- The Tool Maker designs, repairs and fabricates all types of complex tools/tool fixtures and dies, using machines (lathes/mills/etc.). Must posses the experience to do difficult machining operations such as: precision boring, grinding, millings, lathe work (i.e. threading/boring/turning). Works from extremely complicated blueprints, drawings, sketches and or oral directions to create and produce intricate dies, tools, fixtures, jigs, models and parts. As required, they must have the ability to fabricate intricate development tooling/test stands as required. Can consistently do extremely close accuracy and tolerances of .00005" or less when required.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES FOR THIS JOBDesigning, building, repairing, and maintaining jigs, fixtures, gauges, and toolingExpert in manual machining (Bridgeport mills, lathes, surface grinders)Strong capability in tight-tolerance machining (±0.0005" or better)Reading engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical specificationsStrong understanding of geometric tolerancing and datum structuresProficient with precision inspection tools:Micrometers, calipers, height gaugesOptical Comparators, bore gaugesSurface plates and indicatorsStrong troubleshooting skills for tool wear, dimensional variation, and process issuesAbility to recommend design-for-manufacturability (DFM) improvementsUnderstanding of production flow and tooling impact on cycle time and qualityFamiliarity with traceability, documentation, and revision controlMAIN QUALIFICATIONS:High school diploma or GED required; technical school, apprenticeship, or journeyman certification in toolmaking or machining strongly preferred7-12+ years of experience in precision machining/toolmaking, preferably in aerospace or high-spec manufacturingOur Benefits:Comprehensive medical insuranceCompetitive PTO, holiday pay, and sick leaveCompany 401K plan with up to 4% matched contributionAnnual bonus program (varies by level and discretionary based on company and individual performance)Flexible working arrangementsPaid volunteering opportunitiesAccess to mental health champions across our sitesCommitment to developmentEmployee referral programLI-Onsite, #LI-RD1Compensation Pay Range35.00 / 38.00Please click here to review Ontic's California Consumer Privacy Act policy.Ontic Engineering and Manufacturing Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected VeteranStatus, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person " as defined by 22. C.F.R. §120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee.