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 pay
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance with generous employer premium contributions
401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
Paid vacation time
Paid holidays
Clean and climate controlled environment
Opportunity for growth and so much more!

Available Positions

• Hand Former

  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

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• NDT- Magnetic Particle Inspector

  Description: Max Aerostructures is seeking a full-time individual to perform nondestructive testing in MT. Level 2 qualifications in accordance with NAS 410 in the discipline is required. The following knowledge base is required to be consider for the position:

  • Have the skills and knowledge to set up and standardize Magnetic Particle black lights, process a known defect standard and accept/reject the results.
  • Have the skills and knowledge to develop techniques and process aerospace parts in a manner that is acceptable to aerospace specifications.
  • Have the skills and knowledge to set up the machine and conduct daily maintenance.
  • Have the skills and knowledge to determine if an aerospace part is acceptable or rejectable when evaluating in accordance with an aerospace OEM specification.
  • Be thoroughly familiar with the scope and limitations of Magnetic Particle Inspection.
  • Be capable of providing the necessary guidance and/or supervision to trainees and Level 1 personnel
  • Be familiar with the MT OEM aerospace specifications, aerospace industry specifications and inspection criteria within specifications used by the employer.
  • Be capable of developing part specific techniques in accordance with customer requests. Techniques require general information on how the part is to be processed. Such techniques shall require final approval by a Level 3 certified in the method
  • Have a basic knowledge of the other departments within an aerospace processing facility, i.e. pre-penetrant etching and cleaning, post cleaning, pre-treatment, masking, shot peen, paint.

  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.

  Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent, NDT Level II Certification/Qualification per NAS 410.
  Ability to perform to the qualification requirements defined in NAS 410 as a Level II Magnetic Particle inspector. The individual shall have proof for a minimum of 32 hours of formal classroom training and a minimum of 400 hours of experience or OJT in accordance with NAS 410. Mechanical aptitude, exceptional attention to detail, ability to follow directions and procedures, team work, and strong work ethics. Ability to speak effectively and communicate clearly.

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• Strategic Assembly Manager

  Description:  As the Strategic Assembly Manager, your task is to lead a team to deliver on the commitments we have to our customer through high levels of efficiency, consistent in-process part checking and organization through Lean and 5S principles that ensure the highest confidence in total part and process ownership.

  Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Responsibility for all day-to-day assembly operations execution. Supervise assembly mechanics including support team members and drive optimal performance through adhere to processes and high levels of efficiency.
  • Track and monitor performance through methods provided or developed. Utilize shop display boards to review and determine daily staffing and execution plans. Monitor work center capacity and efficiencies to determine whether additional tools or resources are needed to deliver on customer commitments.
  • Responsible for organization and planning of all new assembly projects.
  • Track and monitor projected expectations of all current assembly projects as well as new assembly projects.
  • Responsible for the development of assembly fixtures and equipment needed for all current assembly projects and future projects.
  • Track and report on all consumables on a daily basis. Monitor and track as well as report on all inventory sub-assemblies.
  • Participate in quality reviews with QA department. Be involved on scrap analysis and drive root cause and corrective action as needed or required.
  • Work with customer service team to understand customer expectations and when priorities need to be established in the event of bottlenecks.
  • Track, monitor and execute overtime needs based on business and customer expectations.

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• CNC Programmer

  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

   

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• Assembly Mechanic

  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:

  • One to three years of experience in manufacturing assembly
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and other work instructions
  • Experience with lay-out and drilling of holes, installation of fasteners, bearings, bushings, etc.
  • Experience with application of sealants, primers, paints, cleaning agents
  • Experience with hand and power tools used in assembly processes
  • Experience with measurement and testing equipment
  • Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds as well as stand, sit, bend, kneel, squat and walk on a regular basis
  • Must pass a pre-employment drug screen

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• Weekend CNC Operator

  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.

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• 2nd Shift CNC Operator

  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.

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