Description
Signia Aerospace is a global, integrated provider of high-performance systems and specialized components for the aerospace industry. Signia designs, manufactures, and services a wide range of products, that include mission equipment, thermal management systems, engine technology, and propellers. The Signia brands are leaders in their respective markets and provide a compelling value proposition to both aerospace and defense OEMs and end-users.
Onboard Systems International is the leading global provider of external cargo handling equipment for civil and military helicopters. Founded nearly 50 years ago, the facility in Vancouver, WA has a growing product portfolio including mechanical cargo hooks and suspension systems, proprietary weighing systems and a Human External Cargo (HEC) line of equipment. In addition to serving every major OEM, the company heavily targets helicopter owners like municipals, fire, search and rescue operators and utility companies. In total, we serve over 1,000 customers around the world.
Position Overview
Location: Vancouver, WA (Onsite)
Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 6:00am - 4:30pm
Pay: $30.00–$35.00 per hour
The Machinist operates both manual and CNC machinery to produce precision parts in accordance with technical drawings and production plans. Ensures quality and accuracy by following established manufacturing processes and specifications. Supports production needs through hands-on assembly of subcomponents and finished products. Maintains efficiency and safety standards while adapting to varying production requirements.
What You’ll Do
- Operate manual and CNC machines to manufacture products to drawings and planning requirements.
- Manually assemble subcomponents and components as needs arise.
- Read and understand shop drawings and planning
- Setup and operate Vertical Milling machines
- Load and unload parts to be machined
- Check and measure parts for dimensional correctness
- Perform routine machine support tasks, including starting and stopping equipment, maintaining coolant levels, removing debris, and completing end-of-shift shutdown procedures.
Who You Are
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience operating manual and CNC machines.
- Must be proficient with shop measuring tools and equipment.
- Setup and program change experience preferred.
- A collaborative attitude with commitment to teamwork is essential.
- Ability to occasionally lift, carry, or move items weighing up to 50 pounds is required.
- Must be detail oriented and precise to meet quality expectations of customers and colleagues
What’s In It for You
- Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
- Paid time off and holidays
- 401(k) plan with employer contribution matching
- In addition to offering competitive wages and benefits, Onboard Systems also offers the opportunity to increase your future earnings tied to growth in company performance. We recognize employee contributions toward growing the business through our unique Growth Participation Unit program (GPU). GPUs are tied directly to company growth and reward all eligible employees with cash when the business grows over time.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status
Skills Required
- Minimum 2 years experience operating manual and CNC machines.
- Proficiency with shop measuring tools and equipment (calipers, micrometers, etc.).
- Setup and program change experience.
- Collaborative attitude and commitment to teamwork.
- Ability to occasionally lift, carry, or move items up to 50 pounds.
- Detail oriented and precise to meet quality expectations.
What We Do
Onboard Systems International designs and manufactures helicopter external‑load mission equipment — cargo hooks, load‑weighing systems, remote hooks, rescue hoists and cargo winches — serving airframe manufacturers, military forces and commercial helicopter operators worldwide. Founded in 1975 and now part of Signia Aerospace’s mission systems, the company focuses on safety, reliability, responsive MRO, and support services to keep hoist‑equipped aircraft mission‑ready.
