Metal Fabricator - 2nd Shift

We are seeking Metal Fabricators and Tube Fabrication Mechanics to join our facility in Canoga Park, California (Los Angeles area). Union positions (2nd shift). 2nd shift is generally 3pm - 12:30am.

• Metal Fabricator role will finish-form, fit and assemble pre-fabricated parts preparatory to fusion welding, silver soldering, brazing or diffusion bonding; straighten/align distorted assemblies after such operations.
• Tube Fabrication Mechanic role will operate machines to form, fit and assemble metal tubing to desired curvatures.

This posting may represent one or more specific immediate or near-term openings. Those who express an interest may be considered for current and future positions.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor for the global aerospace and defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our more than 50,000 employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains.

Enjoy work/life balance at our Canoga Park, CA (Los Angeles area) site. At this facility, we design & manufacture rocket engines and unique power systems that support space exploration & the defense of our nation such as NASA’s SLS, Lockheed Martin’s THAAD, Sierra Nevada’s Dream Chaser, and the Mars Perseverance Rover.

Youre not just "doing a job" at Aerojet Rocketdyne, an L3Harris Technologies Company. The work you perform makes significant contributions to national security and space exploration.

• Inspiring Company Culture - Our people support each other and work together to leave an indelible impact on our nation’s aerospace and defense legacy. Read more about our culture: Careers L3Harris
• Rest and Relaxation- Accrue 3 weeks of vacation to start plus separate sick allowance. 9/80 schedule providing longer weekends. Plus 90 hours of paid holidays on average throughout the year.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts, and Wellness programs. Want to know more? Check out: Benefits L3Harris
• Prepare for the Future - 401(k) with company match
• Professional Development - Tuition assistance, free professional development training through Rocket University, employee recognition, and leadership development programs
• Employee Resource Groups – Local and Enterprise employee-led volunteer groups to create community, awareness, impact, and to support a culture where everyone belongs

Metal Fabricator job function:

• Layout, weld, braze or diffusion bond assemblies for assembly, fitting and straightening operations.
• Build up assemblies composed of pre-fabricated parts which must be finish-formed, trimmed, fitted and located by hand to exacting tolerances.
• Restore the correct configuration to assemblies which have accumulated distortions or strains in several planes due to welding operations.
• Build up the initial assembly and check the final fit to other assemblies to ascertain usability of parts and tooling for new assemblies. Perform rework and repair of parts and assemblies.

Tube Fabrication Mechanic job function:

• Read and interpret information from planning documents, drawings, tool orders, blueprints, sketches, specifications and engineering orders to determine the sequence and methods of operations required to form, fit and assemble metal tubing.
• Set up and operate automatic and semi-automatic machines to bend, flair, flange, taper, expand, chamfer, finish and hydrostatic form metal tubing. Synchronize and set micro and limit switches on automatic presses. Select and install dies, punches and cutters.
• Prepare and fit tubular parts preparatory to welding. Straighten warped tubular assemblies subsequent to welding operations using hand and power tools. Remove folds and wrinkles resulting from the fabrication process. Restore configuration using hand tools and anneal warped areas with a gas flame. Record tube manufacturing data and statistics manually or with the aid of a computer or computer-based system. Check setups and correct tubing curvatures using bend data, master templates or check fixtures as a guide. Recognize improper tube bends dues to die wear, incorrect die fabrication or fluid pressures.
• Make cerrobend or soft metal molds for tangent bends, which will not accommodate a mandrel.

Metal Fabricator requirement: High School graduate or equivalent preferred. Candidate must have (5) five years of experience working in/around machining, fabrication or welding operations.

• Must have proven safety record and experience with PPE.
• Experience fitting ducts with compound bends to meet final weld requirements.
• Know how to clean and prep ducts, flanges and manifolds.
• Skill-set must include: grinding and polishing tools, welding and welding assemblies
• Experience reading, comprehending and using planning and drawings to meet required specification requirements

Tube Fabrication role: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Minimum of (5) five years of experience in related field.

• Experience bending tubes by hand to meet Torch Weld Jig requirements.
• Demonstrated experience making minor tube bend manual adjustments is required.
• Know how to clean and prep tubes, flanges and fittings prior to weld
• Experience using in place lathes for tube squaring and tube flaring.
• Experience mocking tubes up to an engine assemblies and making tube routing adjustments..
• In lieu of 3 years working experience candidate could have (12) months of related trade school experience.
• Must have a proven safety record and experience with PPE.
• Experience reading, comprehending and using planning and drawings to meet required specification requirements.

Requires U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residency or other status as a U.S. Person. Must be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information and having dual citizenship may preclude you from being able to meet this requirement.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

The work environment may require a combination of indoor and outdoor activity (hot, cold, wet, humid conditions) with a varied amount of walking, standing, sitting, climbing (i.e. ladders, stair, scaffolding, ramps), balance (maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces), bending, reaching, handling/fingering (seizing, holding, grasping, turning picking, pinching), stooping, kneeling, crouching and ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds. Work may require the ability to operate material handling equipment (forklift, crane, hoist, man lift, etc.) in a safe manner. While performing the duties of this job, employees may work around variable noise levels or with fume or airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, etc. requiring the use of personal protective equipment such as face protection (safety glasses, goggles, face shield), foot protection (i.e. steel toed shoes, rubber boots, etc.), gloves, hard hat, shop coat and hearing protection. Work requires the ability to change into or out of personal protective equipment when entering or exiting manufacturing, laboratory, or other areas. Some employees may be required to drive between various locations within the Company facility or between locations. Work duties may also be required to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer and/or the ability to travel by air or auto. Ability to distinguish colors may also be necessary. This position may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities in the organization.