Machine Builder - Millwright

Posted Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 5:00 AM

AIT is the world's largest provider of automation, factory integration and tooling solutions dedicated to the global aerospace, defense, and space launch vehicle industries.

AIT offers a competitive compensation package (including free medical options for employees and their family), casual work environment and excellent growth opportunities.

The machine builder is responsible for the assembly of machines, specialized equipment, and automation systems based off designs, drawings, manuals, and other technical specifications provided.

• Assemble complete machines from components including electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Integrates both mechanical machines and complex automated systems in accordance with final design intent with assembly drawings, manuals, and technical specifications, etc.
• Verifies conformance of parts to the bill of material and drawings, using measuring instruments, such as calipers, gauges, and micrometers.
• Identifies and resolves issues during the assembly process, working with mechanical and controls engineers and other team members to ensure machine quality, design intent and function.
• Set up and test equipment before delivery; troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems.
• Constructs, rebuilds, and repairs machines, understanding of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Installs and troubleshoots machines integrated into automation systems.
• Ensure safety, quality, and efficiency in the manufacturing process.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED. Formal apprenticeship training and/or certifications.
• 5 years experience in machine building, millwright or a related field is necessary.

• This position may require a government security clearance.

List of needed knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully accomplish the duties and responsibilities of the job.

• Reads and understands design intent, drawings, schematics, and/or measuring devices.
• Overall machine construction assembling, installing, and maintaining industrial machinery.
• Solid working knowledge of assembling mechanical components with good understanding of fits.
• Proficient in mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Follows processes and standard procedures.
• Work in a high energy, high volume, rapidly changing environment.
• Displays a high level of initiative and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner.
• Ability to analyze problems, identify root causes, and implement solutions.
• Ensure accuracy and precision in all aspects of the machine build process.
• Use of hand tools, power tools, cranes in large manufacturing facility.
• Knowledge of computer applications including email, databases, word-processing program, and spreadsheets (such as Microsoft Office).
• Works collaboratively and builds strategic relations with colleagues, coworkers, contractors, and customers. Clear and effective communication skills

Exposure Types:

• Cuts and/or burns
• Small and/or enclosed spaces
• Dirt, dust, grease and/or oil
• Metal shavings

• Standard work schedule, overtime may be necessary for meeting deadlines, required travel, and emergent conditions.

• This position may involve travel up to 20% of the time.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms.
• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds.
• Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.
• Operate a motor vehicle and/or heavy equipment.
• Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with whole hand or arm as in handling.
• Prolonged periods working on feet, using tools, and performing repetitive actions that entail frequent bending and stooping.
• Read instructions, operate machines, and inspect parts produced.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and operation of machines.

AIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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