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Machine Shop Helper

  2026-01-08     Karman Space and Defense     Wilsonville,OR  
Description:

SUMMARY:

Assists in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, maintenance of equipment, material handling and assembly of product. The machine shop helper must be able to explain the respective role within the QMS and how their role contributes to quality. The machine shop helper shall also be aware of ethical behavior and conduct themselves accordingly to Karman policies and procedure.

ABOUT US:

Karman Space & Defense provides concept-to-production solutions for mission-critical systems on spacecraft, launch vehicles, missiles, hypersonics, and integrated defense systems. We believe that solving the industry's most complex and mission-critical challenges requires relentless determination and a willingness to push the boundaries of possibility. Karman Space & Defense brings to bear unparalleled production capabilities, unmatched engineering expertise, and unflinching analysis to render the impossible, possible.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement*
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Maintain and Realize AS 9100 procedures and continuous improvement efforts.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Work with Supervisor to support manufacturing personnel.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance on shop equipment.
• Use the necessary equipment to support production requirements.
• Notify Supervisor of required tools and or equipment needed.
• Manufacture, machine, and assemble to work instructions and or blue print requirements.
• Any other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
• High school graduate or equivalent work experience.
• Entry level position.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
• Must be detail oriented, extremely organized, have excellent communication skills and be able to interact well with all levels of Management.
• Experience in manufacturing or machine shop is preferred.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
  • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.


TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: No travel required for this position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: As a federal contractor, Karman Space & Defense is committed to compliance with all federal employment eligibility requirements. We participate in E-Verify, a web-based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. As an E-Verify employer, federal compliance mandates that we require documentation to verify your identity and employment authorization upon hire.
Day Shift:
Monday to Friday | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM


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