Tooling Technician @ Aerotek

Job Title: Tooling TechnicianJob DescriptionThe Tooling Technician is responsible for maintaining, tracking, calibrating, and repairing tools and equipment used in aircraft maintenance and manufacturing operations. This role ensures that all tooling is serviceable, properly accounted for, and fully compliant with internal procedures and regulatory requirements. The position supports safe, efficient, and high-quality aviation operations by managing tool control processes and maintaining accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Manage tool inventory and tool control processes in accordance with established procedures.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair hand tools, power tools, and specialized aviation equipment to ensure serviceability and safety.
• Perform tool calibration and maintain accurate, up-to-date calibration records.
• Issue and receive tools from mechanics and production personnel, ensuring proper documentation and accountability.
• Conduct regular inventory audits and cycle counts to verify tool availability and accuracy of records.
• Use tool tracking systems, ERP and SAP systems to monitor tool locations, status, and usage.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and FAA requirements related to tools and equipment.
• Identify damaged, worn, or missing tools and coordinate repair or replacement in a timely manner.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and 5S practices within the tool room and tooling department.
• Handle shipping and receiving of tooling and related materials as needed.
• Move materials and tooling within the hangar and tooling department safely and efficiently.
• Maintain clear and accurate documentation for all tooling activities, including inventory, calibration, and control records.
• Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to support aircraft maintenance and manufacturing operations.
• Follow established tool control procedures to prevent foreign object damage and maintain a safe work environment.

Essential Skills

• Experience with tool inventory management and tool control processes.
• Ability to inspect, maintain, and repair hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment.
• Knowledge of tool calibration practices and ability to maintain detailed calibration records.
• Familiarity with tool tracking systems and tool accountability procedures.
• Basic computer skills for data entry, documentation, and use of inventory systems.
• Experience working with inventory systems such as SAP or other ERP platforms.
• Understanding of aviation tooling and its role in aircraft maintenance and manufacturing.
• Ability to conduct inventory audits and cycle counts with a high level of accuracy.
• Knowledge of safety, quality, and FAA requirements related to tools and equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate documentation.
• Ability to work collaboratively with mechanics, production personnel, and tooling team members.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in an aviation maintenance, manufacturing, or hangar environment.
• Familiarity with 5S and continuous improvement methodologies in a tool room or shop setting.
• Experience in shipping and receiving or material handling in an industrial or aviation environment.
• Comfort working with structured tool control procedures and accountability systems.
• Ability to adapt to evolving processes as the tooling team grows.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Why Work Here? You will join a close-knit, family-oriented work environment that values teamwork, integrity, and mutual support. The organization appreciates prior service experience and offers opportunities to earn bonuses and merit-based recognition. You can enjoy a balanced schedule supported by paid time off and paid holidays, including Christmas, Thanksgiving, New Year, Independence Day, Memorial Day, and Labor Day. As the tooling department grows, you will have the chance to contribute to its development and advance your skills in a stable and supportive aviation setting.

Work EnvironmentThis role is based in a climate-controlled hangar within the tooling department. You will work as part of a small team of two with plans to grow to approximately five to six team members in the near future, offering opportunities to help shape the departments processes and culture. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with occasional overtime as needed to support operational demands. The environment involves regular interaction with maintenance and production personnel, handling tools and materials, and working around aircraft and manufacturing activities in a structured, safety-focused setting.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milton, FL.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $24.00 - $26.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Milton,FL.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.