Kaman Corporation · 4 months ago
Tooling Engineer II
217 Smith St, Middletown, CT 06457, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expKaman Corporation is an innovative company focused on engineering solutions to enhance safety and efficiency. The Tooling Engineer II is responsible for designing and improving tooling and fixtures for manufacturing processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure production efficiency and quality.
AerospaceIndustrialIndustrial AutomationManufacturingMechanical EngineeringProduct Design
No H1B
Security Clearance Required
Responsibilities
Design and develop tooling and fixtures using SolidWorks, ensuring compatibility with legacy fuzing product manufacturing processes
Create detailed 2D and 3D drawings, incorporating GD&T principles to ensure precision and manufacturability
Develop new tooling solutions to address production challenges, improve efficiency, or support new product introductions as needed
Provide estimates for new tooling designs or modifications to existing tooling
Reverse engineer existing tooling where a drawing might not exist or is a hand drawn 2D drawing
Populate our tooling preventative maintenance database with existing tooling and determine the maintenance criteria for each tool. Execute the tool maintenance as defined in the database and record results
Maintain and troubleshoot existing tooling to ensure operational reliability and minimize downtime
Analyze tooling performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance durability, precision, and production efficiency
Modify or repair tools and fixtures to accommodate design changes or resolve manufacturing issues
Work closely with Manufacturing, Quality, and Test Engineering teams to ensure tooling meets production and quality requirements
Provide technical support, assisting with tooling setup, operator training, and issue resolution
Participate in design reviews, providing input on tooling feasibility and manufacturability
Create and maintain detailed documentation, including tooling designs, specifications, and work instructions, using Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ensure all tooling designs comply with GD&T standards and industry regulations
Support compliance with safety, quality, and security protocols, including maintaining eligibility for a Secret security clearance
Manage small to medium tooling projects, including scoping, scheduling, and coordinating with vendors or internal machine shops for tool fabrication
Track project progress and report updates to management, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints
Identify opportunities to optimize tooling processes, reduce costs, and improve production throughput
Stay current with industry trends, materials, and technologies to recommend innovative tooling solutions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field
2-5 years of experience in tooling design, manufacturing engineering, or a related role, preferably in an assembly or production environment
Demonstrated experience with SolidWorks for 3D modeling and 2D drawing creation
Proficiency in applying GD&T principles to tooling designs and drawings
Hands-on experience supporting manufacturing operations, preferably with established products or precision components
Strong proficiency in SolidWorks for designing tools, and fixtures
Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for documentation and reporting
In-depth understanding of GD&T standards and their application in tooling design
Ability to learn local software packages and databases
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve tooling-related issues
Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams
Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Preferred
Experience in a manufacturing environment for fuzing products, aerospace, or defense industries
Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
Knowledge of CNC machining, additive manufacturing, or other fabrication processes
Company
Kaman Corporation
Since 1945, Kaman has been a leading innovator in the aerospace industry, serving commercial and military customers around the world.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$115M2024-01-19Acquired
2012-02-17IPO
2010-11-15Convertible Note· $115M
Leadership Team
Alex Min
Vice President, Business Development and Program Management
Richard Barnhart
Executive Vice President Kaman Corporation and President Kaman Aerospace Group
Recent News
2025-07-30
2025-07-28
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