Job Description

The Team and the Role

IND US is a 100% employee-owned, customer-focused government services provider with expertise in Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Program/Financial Management, Logistics, and Data Analytics. At IND US, we believe in the value of the IND US team. Together we deliver exceptional customer service, foster a growth and support-centered work environment, and focus on how we can give back to the communities that we serve. Empowering our employees starts on day one and creates an environment full of innovation and promise. By offering mentorship and robust Training and Development opportunities, IND US continues its pursuit to be the Employer of Choice.

INDUS provides industrial support services across the Undersea Weapons Department (Code 30), Test and Evaluation Department (Code 20), Undersea Systems & Sustainment Department (Code 40) and Unmanned and Theater Undersea Warfare Systems Department (Code 50), of the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division, Keyport (NUWCDIVKPT). Requirements include providing technical support services associated with various industrial operations, depot repair activities, and torpedo intermediate maintenance functions.

Reporting to the Program Manager, the Sheet Metal Fabricator will manufacture precision components and assemblies from metal sheets and tubes on the NUWCDIVKPT Industrial Support Services (ISS) contract The tasking requires operate of high-tech fabrication equipment, including waterjet cutting systems and tube bending machines, to shape materials according to engineering blueprints. This role requires a blend of technical machine operation, forming, and hands-on manual assembly. This position is located in Keyport, WA

This position works a specific shift: Daytime shift (schedule TBD pending government direction); possible swing shift may be required to meet emergent needs (swing shift differential provided).

What You'll Do

• Waterjet Operations: Program, set up, and operate waterjet cutting machinery to produce parts from various materials according to engineering drawings and specifications. Perform routine preventative maintenance and troubleshoot the waterjet equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
• Sheet metal fabrication: Perform manual sheet metal bending and forming using press brakes, shears, and other standard sheet metal tools. Interpret blueprints and technical drawings to mark out, cut, and shape sheet metal components to precise tolerances.
• Tube bending: Manually bend and form metal tubing to meet specified angles and dimensions as required by assembly drawings.
• Manual Assembly: Assemble complex test sets and other mechanical units by following detailed assembly drawings and work instructions. Install helicoils and other hardware into fabricated components. Perform finishing tasks such as deburring and cleaning of completed parts.
• Quality and Safety: Conduct in-process quality checks using precision measuring tools like calipers and micrometers to ensure all parts meet quality standards. Adhere to all workplace health and safety regulations and maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Ensures all activities comply with Navy DOD directives governing sheet metal fabrication.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in line with sheet metal fabrication tasking.
• Engage both the INDUS Project Lead and customer first line supervisor on a daily basis. Ensure communications, both written and verbal, on timeliness and task execution are commensurate with expectations of both INDUS and the customer.
• Executes job responsibilities as outlined in the Performance Work Statement (PWS) area and labor category, if applicable.
• Bid and proposal support if requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications:

• The ability to obtain and maintain an active secret clearance is required to be considered for this position.
• HS Diploma/GED is required.
• Minimum three to five (3-5) years of experience in sheet metal fabrication, metalworking, manufacturing, or a related trade environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of metal properties, including steel, aluminum, brass, and copper.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, welding symbols, and engineering specifications.
• Working knowledge of fabrication mathematics, including geometry, trigonometry, and layout calculations.
• Experience measuring, marking, cutting, forming, assembling, and finishing metal components to specification.
• Experience operating fabrication equipment such as waterjets, shears, punches, lasers, plasmas, press brakes, rollers, and other sheet metal tools.
• Experience performing MIG, TIG, and spot welding, as well as riveting and soldering techniques.
• Proficiency using precision measuring tools and conducting quality inspections.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements, machine guarding, and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Your ability to receive medical certification (if required).
• Your ability to obtain and maintain any appropriate licenses and certifications (if required).
• Must be able to comprehend and execute written and verbal trainings and procedures.
• Must be able to follow and complete on-the-job training as required:
  • INDOC Training:
    • Positions in the Torpedo Intermediate Maintenance Activity (IMA) and Torpedo Depot require up front 2-week education and familiarization courses with a follow-on test for comprehension.
    • Basic reading, comprehension, and computer skills (see below) are required.
  • QUALS Training All positions carry some additional qualifications training against the skillsets of an Engineering Technician.
    • At minimum, in addition to skillsets of an Engineering Technician, basic reading comprehension and computer skills (see below) are required.
• Must possess ability to operate computers and perform the following functions, including but not limited to:
  • Alphanumeric data entry, spreadsheet review and data entry, capability of switching between computer applications with relative ease.
  • Ability to complete Web-Based training.
  • Must be familiar with Microsoft Office suite.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain seated in a stationary position 50% of the time. Must also be able to alternate between sitting, standing, and walking.
• The ability to lift items that may weigh up to 75 pounds.
• The work requires some physical exertion, such as long periods of standing, or recurring and considerable walking, stooping, bending, crouching, and climbing such as in performing regular shop activities, inspections, or to observe and study operations in an industrial or comparable work area or on-board submarines and in weapon facilities.

• The ability to operate heavy machinery and industrial tools with limited to no supervision. Examples may include but are not limited to: Electric/Diesel Forklift, CNC Milling Machine, Welding/Soldering, CAT III Overhead Crane, pallet jack, "Big Joe" stand-behind pallet lift mechanism, and more.

INDUS aims to provide a competitive compensation package, including a strong pay for performance rewards approach. The expected base pay for this position is $36.91 - $42.45 per hour. This position is eligible to participate in our corporate 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) programs, and may be eligible for performance bonuses, and other rewards and benefits (see more about our compensation package and benefits offered at Culture @ INDUS | INDUS Technology. The pay range for this role considers job-related knowledge, skills, work location, education and training, and certifications. To drive fair pay practices for employees, INDUS conducts regular comparisons across our employee groups and the industry.

INDUS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic.

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