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AFP Operator

Company:
Aurora Flight Sciences
Location:
Columbus, MS, 39701
Posted:
September 30, 2025
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Description:

AFP Operator Position Overview At Aurora Flight Sciences, we design, build, and fly advanced aircraft and enabling technologies from concept to reality.

We are searching for a talented and self-motivated AFP Operator to help us create the future of flight.

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following: Responsibilities * Follow planning sequence of machining operations to fabricate hardware to engineering drawing requirements holding closer tolerance on complex configuration as required.

* Utilize all shop equipment as applicable.

* Use of various measuring techniques used to validate machined hardware.

* Effective interfacing with R&D, Engineering and Quality Assurance to ensure compliance to customer specifications.

* Understand and follow written and verbal instructions.

* Alternate shift work probable on occasion.

Minimum Requirements * High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

* Position requires a person who is capable working with minimum supervision fabricating flight and non-flight hardware from various metals or composite materials.

* Qualified candidate should be able to multi-task, take initiative and communicate clearly.

* Candidate must be proficient in the use of verbal and written technical communication, and able to work from written or verbal instructions; basic computer skills [PC] with proficiency in MS Office software.

* Must be a US Person.

Preferred Requirements * Associate degree in a technical or military discipline preferably related to aircraft manufacturing or maintenance.

* Industry experience applicable to the position will be considered in lieu of associate degree.

* Experience in a manufacturing environment.

* Experience operating an AFP Machine.

Physical Requirements * Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and wear proper PPE.

* Ability to transport objects up to 35 pounds as well as consistently stoop, crawl, bend, crouch, climb and kneel.

* Must work second shift.

* Must be able to work extended hours if required.

* Work onsite in Columbus, MS.

Salary Range (Annualized USD) * Minimum Range: $36,000.00 to $64,000.00 * Maximum Range: $44,000.00 to $78,000.00

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