Based in the Air Capital of the World, MAX Aerostructures supplies the aircraft industry with parts from small to large, partnering from the beginning to manage the supply base and take care of each customer every step of the way. Our main goal is helping our customers build more airplanes more efficiently. MAX Aerostructures is the high-performance aerospace supplier that will take you Beyond the Horizon.
Centrally located in Wichita, Kansas, MAX Aerostructures is based in a 206,000-square-foot building situated on 12 acres to allow for future expansion. Significant remodeling is planned for the building, starting in early 2017.
The MAX Aerostructures leadership team is comprised of highly experienced professionals with many years of experience in the aerospace supply industry.
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Sean Purcell
Executive Vice President & General Manager
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Jeff Pauli
Director of Business Development
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Alan Bernbeck
Director of Operations
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Ryan Hollingsworth
Director of Product Development
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Jarrod Young
Director of Quality Assurance
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James Kellogg
Director of Information Technology
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Julie Kerr
Human Resources Supervisor
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Alexa Little
Controller
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Robert Wilson
Director of Special Processing & Assembly
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Jeremy Wolf
Estimating Manager
Since our inception in 2016, MAX Aerostructures has garnered much news and media interest.
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MAX Aerostructures strives to develop longterm relationships with our customers, partnering with you to effectively realize your vision and ensure your satisfaction throughout each process. We have full machining and assembly capabilities, a chemical processing line and a heat-treat facility, allowing us to effectively manage nearly every step of the process. By doing this, we can ensure the highest quality while keeping our customers’ needs at the forefront.
At MAX Aerostructures, we focus on creating a culture that promotes employee involvement and a consistent commitment to quality. We believe that quality is an on-going process of building and sustaining customer satisfaction through proven performance. Our people approach quality with a sincere effort, skillful execution and strategic direction to do their best and always think quality. Our AS9100/ISO9001 approved QMS provides the framework to ensure excellence within our business.
Are you looking to join an energetic team where teamwork, creativity and collaboration are always at the forefront? Does being on the ground floor of a start-up aerospace supplier with big dreams and aspirations sound exciting to you? Are you seeking a career in which your suggestions and ideas are heard, where a work-life balance is important and where we strive to get better with every part we make? If you answered yes to these questions, then we may be the aerospace supplier for you! Our dynamic and experienced team of professionals is always looking for talented, self-motivated people who want to make an impact every day. Welcome to MAX Aerostructures!
MAX employees enjoy outstanding benefits that include:
Competitive wages
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance with generous employer premium contributions
401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
Paid vacation time
Paid holidays
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
Clean and climate controlled environment
Opportunity for growth and so much more!
Description: Max Aerostructures is seeking a full-time Sheet Metal Mechanic. This position requires the ability to form sheet, plate, extrusion and machined parts of ferrous and non-ferrous metals to engineering requirements.
The following knowledge base is required to be consider for the position:
• Form sheet, plate, extrusion and machined parts of ferrous and non-ferrous metals to engineering requirements
• Set up and operate forming machines ( Ex: arbor press, hydraulic press, stretch press, shrinker / stretcher).
• Determine, select and set pressures by trial and error method and record this data for future set-ups.
• Use air hammer or mallets to form metal if wrinkles are present.
• Fabricate and utilize custom forming tools to make minor adjustments to part.
• Check parts visually against specified inspection media (Ex: surface table, contour template, mylar).
• Make adjustments to press when necessary to form the part properly.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Working knowledge of the forming characteristics of materials used.
• Ability to use addition and subtraction of decimals and fractions.
Materials, Tools and Equipment Used:
• Ferrous and non-ferrous metal alloys in the form of extrusions, machined parts, sheet and plate stock
• Hand tools, mallets, air hammers, check fixtures, calipers, micrometers, scales, tape measures
• Arbor press, hydraulic press, shrinker / stretcher
Description:
• Writes and/or modifies CNC programs and instruction sheets for multi-axis machined parts.
• Coordinates program start-ups in manufacturing, assists in troubleshooting and provides recommendations for the selection of cutting tools.
• Monitors performance of program after implementation, making adjustments as needed.
• Evaluates requests for new or modified programs to determine feasibility, cost, and time estimates.
• Maintains program files.
• Analyzes, reviews, and recommends modifications to existing programs to increase operating efficiency, reduce costs, improve processes, and/or adapt to new or changing requirements.
Requirements:
CNC Programmer requires more than 3 years hands-on experience using CATIA v. 5 in programming machining equipment in the manufacture of precision machined parts for the aerospace industry
• More than 3 years previous experience programming five-axis CNC machines required plus 2 years machining experience preferred.
• CATIA v 5 experience required.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret customer blueprints/specifications, purchase orders, tooling concepts, manufacturing processes, technical procedures, operating instructions, etc. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen
Shift Schedule: Monday thru Friday, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. but subject to change based on company needs; Overtime may be required.
Description: MAX Aerostructures is seeking a skilled Assembly Mechanic to join our growing team in Wichita. Applicants must demonstrate they have the ambition, work ethic, knowledge, and technical aptitude to perform a variety of assembly functions according to detailed specifications and meet strict quality requirements.
Other responsibilities and qualifications include, but are not limited to:
Description / Responsibilities: MAX Aerostructures is seeking skilled CNC operators who are looking to thrive in a team-oriented, fast-paced work environment. Applicants should be able to demonstrate they have the ambition, work ethic and technical aptitude to perform, set up and operate 3-, 4- & 5-axis CNC milling equipment. Applicants must be able to follow detailed work instructions and interpret blueprints, drawings and other engineering provided to ensure products meet quality requirements.
Qualifications: One to three years of experience is preferred; however, consideration may be given for someone who shows a strong work ethic, drive to achieve high levels of performance and can demonstrate a detail-oriented nature and on-time attendance dependability. Applicants must be able to lift 50 pounds and pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Description / Responsibilities: MAX Aerostructures is seeking skilled CNC operators who are looking to thrive in a team-oriented, fast-paced work environment. Applicants should be able to demonstrate they have the ambition, work ethic and technical aptitude to perform, set up and operate 3-, 4- & 5-axis CNC milling equipment. Applicants must be able to follow detailed work instructions and interpret blueprints, drawings and other engineering provided to ensure products meet quality requirements.
Qualifications: One to three years of experience is preferred; however, consideration may be given for someone who shows a strong work ethic, drive to achieve high levels of performance and can demonstrate a detail-oriented nature and on-time attendance dependability. Applicants must be able to lift 50 pounds and pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Description: Provide a one-of-a-kind experience for our customers is a top priority at MAX. As a Customer Service Representative, your role is to always keep the customer in mind when you uphold the MAX motto of “do what’s right, do everything to the best of your ability and show you care.” Performing at the highest level for our customers is paramount, and as a Customer Service Representative you are tasked to help keep our customers informed and up-to-date on their product.
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Serve as the focal for all aspects as related to the customer or responsibility assigned to you, including but not limited to day-to-day correspondence, shop floor expediting, purchase order creation, status and updating, statusing through customer-supplied communication tools, order entry and shipments.
• Utilize MAX operating system “Syteline” to status and monitor customer orders as well as other tasked assigned to you requiring use of this system.
• Monitor and track orders through multiple system’s managed by Gulfstream. Update current status on a daily basis using customer provided tool (POISR).
• Coordinate throughout the day with operations, quality and other shipping personnel to ensure groups are aligned as to what needs to deliver each day. Serve has the primary point of contact with operations when machining priorities need to be set.
• Enter new customer orders. Follow necessary steps and review each order to ensure errors are held in a minimum. Scan necessary customer documentation (orders, certs, etc.) as required into MAX document storage locations (Doc-Trak or otherwise).
Qualifications: One to three years of experience is preferred; however, consideration may be given for someone who shows a strong work ethic, drive to achieve high levels of performance and can demonstrate a detail-oriented nature and on-time attendance dependability. Applicants must be able to lift 50 pounds and pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Description: The inventory control position is responsible for the tracking, issuing and restocking of all material and hardware items. This includes the physical pulling of components, material and hardware from location and clocking all transactions within the MRP system. Restocking of all KAN/BAN locations, inventory cycle counting and monitoring of shelf life control material such as sealant, primers, adhesives etc.
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Qualifications: One to three years of experience is preferred; Must have excellent time management and organizational skills.
Must have excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
Ability to work successfully under pressure of tight timelines and frequent changes to a heavy workload.
Computer skills required (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
Ability to physically bend and lift boxes up to 50lbs
Forklift experience a plus. Must display a good attitude, willingness to learn, and the ability to get along with others. Applicants must be pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Description: MAX is seeking a full-time Quality Assurance Associate (CMM Operator/ Inspector) to provide support in the areas of CMM operations, first part inspection and final inspection duties. The candidate will utilize the CMM/FARO arm to ensure overall dimensional quality of the product meets the requirements of our customers. Candidate shall contribute to the development and continuous improvement of all quality processes and procedures.
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Qualifications:
Required experience:
