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Apprentice Tooling Technician

PCX Aerostructures, LLC
United States, California, Santa Ana
2040 East Dyer Road (Show on map)
Sep 10, 2026

Title
Apprentice Tooling Technician

About the Organization
Applied Aerospace & Defense (Applied) is a premier provider of advanced design, engineering, and vertically integrated manufacturing solutions for leading and next-generation space and defense technology companies. Applied builds complex hardware for extreme operating environments and is focused on three core markets: Space and Launch Systems, Defense Aviation and Airborne Systems, and C5ISR and Precision Strike Systems. With decades of space and defense manufacturing heritage, Applied combines deep material science and IP-enabled process expertise with the ability to enable rapid prototyping, enhance new product development, and responsively scale production. Across its nationwide infrastructure of advanced manufacturing facilities, Applied continuously supports a balanced mix of next-generation technology and platform development, large scale production programs, and aftermarket sustainment for enduring platforms.

EOE Statement
Applied Aerospace and Defense is an equal opportunity employer.

Description

Entry-level role supporting the fabrication, repair, and maintenance of aerospace tooling under the guidance of experienced toolmakers.

Responsibilities:




  • Assist with basic tool fabrication and repair



  • Learn to operate machining equipment



  • Support inspection and measurement of tooling



  • Help maintain a clean, safe work area



  • Follow instructions from senior toolmakers and engineers




Pay Range: $19.00 to $30.00 per hour, depending on experience

Minimum Requirement:




  • High school diploma




Preferred (but not required):




  • Interest in machining or manufacturing



  • Mechanical aptitude





Position Requirements

Shift
First

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time

Location
Applied Aerospace & Defense, Santa Ana

Category
Engineering

Req Number
ENG-26-00020

Position
Apprentice Tool Maker

Close Date

Post Internal Days
0

Number of Openings
1

Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt

Hiring Manager(s)

This position is currently accepting applications.

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