Build the Tools That Build Aircraft as a Jig & Tool Builder 

Location: Wichita, KS

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aerospace industry to hire an experienced Jig & Tool Builder. If you take pride in precision craftsmanship and want your work to directly support the production of advanced aircraft systems, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact on aerospace manufacturing. 

The Role & Your Impact 

As a Jig & Tool Builder, you will plan, construct, and assemble the tools and dies that enable precise aerospace production. Your work ensures that engineering designs translate into accurate, manufacturable components. 

From interpreting complex engineering documents to assembling precision tools and troubleshooting design challenges, you will play a critical role in maintaining quality, efficiency, and production success. 

What You’ll Do 

Tool & Die Construction 

• Plan and construct tool and die layouts using Engineering, Tool Design, and Methods documentation. 

• Determine and order raw materials required for tool and die fabrication. 

• Assemble tools and dies to exact engineering specifications using precision measurement equipment. 

Technical Review & Estimating 

• Review Methods documents to ensure producibility of tools and dies. 

• Provide labor hour estimates for tool and die construction projects. 

Machining & Equipment Operation 

• Set up and operate shop machinery including mills, lathes, drill presses, surface grinders, table routers, power hand tools, and heat treat ovens. 

• Apply strong mechanical skills to fabricate and refine components. 

Troubleshooting & Collaboration 

• Diagnose and resolve construction challenges related to tool and die design. 

• Coordinate closely with Engineering, Tool Design, Production, and Methods teams to ensure successful project completion. 

• Maintain compliance with engineering specifications and safety standards throughout the build process. 

Required Qualifications 

• Typically 7 years of experience in conventional machining, sheet metal, fabrication, or related fields 

• At least 5 years of experience specifically in tool and die construction 

• Ability to read and interpret Engineering, Methods, and Tool Design documents 

• Proficiency using precision measurement instruments 

• Experience setting up and operating a variety of shop machines and tools 

• Mechanical aptitude and strong troubleshooting skills 

• Basic knowledge of trigonometry, geometry, and algebra 

• Understanding of safety requirements related to tool and die construction 

• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively across departments 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Extensive working knowledge of tool and die construction processes, equipment, and materials 

• Experience supporting aerospace or highly regulated manufacturing environments 

• Proven ability to estimate build times and assess manufacturability 

Why Join This Opportunity? 

This is your chance to contribute to aerospace innovation at the foundation level. The tools you build will directly support aircraft production and precision manufacturing. 

You’ll work in a collaborative environment where craftsmanship, quality, and teamwork are valued—and where your expertise makes a measurable difference in every finished product. 

Ready to Build What Others Rely On? 

If you are a skilled tool and die professional ready to apply your experience in a high-performance aerospace environment, we want to hear from you. 

Apply today and help shape the tools that shape the future of flight. 

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