Process Operator

For more than six decades, the skilled thinkers, makers, and doers at Frontgrade have embraced our mission to solve complex technology challenges across the U.S. and around the globe.

We’re the leading provider of high reliability and radiation assured solutions for defense, space, intelligence, commercial, and civil applications, and our products are designed to perform in the harshest of environments. From human spaceflight and space exploration to missile defense, electronic warfare, and healthcare tech advancements, our talented team stays in lockstep with our customers to ensure the success of their missions.

Do you want to help shape the future? In an environment where innovation and ideas go hand-in-hand? Then come join the Frontgrade Team!

We take care of our people and provide competitive health, wealth and wellbeing benefits – from day one. You’ll also discover learning and development opportunities so you can take your career to the next level – and beyond.

• Competitive Benefits:
  Medical (FSA + HSA), Dental, and Vision
• Immediate 401K Vesting/Matching
• Career Opportunity and Growth
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Repayment
• Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays per year (9 regular and 2 floating)
• 8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave
• Profit Sharing Plan applies to all non-Annual Incentive Plan and non-Sales Incentive Plan employees.

• Mission-Critical Work:
  You'll be fine-tuning components used in cutting‑edge military and aerospace systems.
• Learn High-Value
  
  Skills:
  
  Develop hands‑on experience in mechanical alignment, dimensional inspection, and part finishing — all while being mentored by seasoned technicians.
• Be Part of the Bigger Picture:
  Your work directly supports land vehicles, aircraft, and space systems that defend and explore our world.

Frontgrade is seeking a detail‑oriented process operator to support the precision adjustment and inspection of aluminum and copper components used in high‑reliability applications. In this role, you will use precision measurement tools and mechanical fixtures to set parts to blueprint‑defined tolerances while ensuring compliance with strict quality and workmanship standards.

The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, can interpret engineering drawings, and takes pride in producing accurate, repeatable results. You will work in a controlled manufacturing environment where precision, documentation, and attention to detail are critical to mission success.

At Frontgrade, your work directly supports technologies designed to perform in the most demanding environments, from space exploration and defense systems to advanced commercial and civil applications.

• Use height gauges, calipers, hammers, and precision fixtures to adjust aluminum and copper parts to blueprint‑defined tolerances.
• Interpret engineering drawings and quality specifications to determine dimensional requirements.
• Perform controlled mechanical adjustments to achieve precise fit, alignment, and form.
• Inspect parts to verify compliance with dimensional, visual, and quality standards.
• Handle and secure parts using approved tools and methods to prevent damage.
• Maintain an organized workstation and ensure tools and gauges are properly maintained.
• Accurately document measurements, adjustments, and inspection results per quality procedures.
• Follow all safety, quality, and environmental requirements.
• Communicate with quality, engineering, and production teams to support workflow and resolve issues.

• Experience using precision measurement tools such as height gauges, calipers, and mechanical fixtures.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints, drawings, and GD&T requirements.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands‑on experience manipulating metal parts to tight tolerances.
• Experience working with aluminum and copper materials preferred.
• Detail‑oriented with a strong focus on quality, accuracy, and repeatability.
• Ability to perform visual and dimensional inspections to verify conformance to specifications.
• Comfortable documenting measurements and work performed per quality procedures.
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