Engineering Technician - Electroforming
Location: AMG–Danbury
Position Summary
The Engineering Technician – Electroforming supports the engineering and production teams in the development, setup, monitoring, and continuous improvement of electroforming processes used to manufacture precision metal components for aerospace and defense applications. This role combines hands-on technical work with process support, data collection, testing, and documentation. Reporting directly to Engineering, the technician also works closely with Quality and Operations to ensure repeatable, compliant, and high-quality electroformed products.
Key Responsibilities
Engineering and Technology Development Support
- Assist engineers with process development, trials, and qualification runs.
- Set up and prepare mandrels, tooling, prototype fixtures, and racks for electroforming builds.
- Monitor process parameters such as current density, temperature, pH, chemistry levels, and plating time.
- Record and report process data and deviations.
- Assist with stripping, part removal, and post-process handling steps.
Testing & Analysis
- Perform thickness measurements, prepare and process test coupons for basic mechanical testing.
- Support process capability studies and first article builds.
- Assist with root cause investigations related to defects, variation, or yield loss.
Documentation & Controls
- Maintain process logs, batch records, and technical worksheets.
- Update work instructions, setup sheets, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) as directed.
- Support configuration control and revision updates for process documentation.
- Ensure traceability requirements are met for aerospace/defense work.
Continuous Improvement
- Participate in process improvement and yield improvement initiatives.
- Support DOE trials and controlled experiments.
- Suggest tooling, fixturing, and workflow improvements.
- Assist with lean and waste-reduction efforts within the electroforming area.
Equipment & Safety
- Follow all EHS requirements for chemical handling and hazardous materials.
- Use proper PPE and support safe chemical storage and labeling practices.
- Support 6S and clean-room or controlled environment standards where applicable.
Required Qualifications
- Associate degree or technical certification in Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Materials Science, Chemistry, or related field — or equivalent hands-on experience.
- 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, lab, plating, or process environment preferred.
- Ability to follow detailed technical procedures and work instructions.
- Basic understanding of electrical, chemical, or materials processing concepts.
- Strong data recording and organizational skills.
- Comfortable working with chemicals and wet process systems.
- Proficient with basic computer tools (Excel, Word, production systems).
Compliance Requirement:
Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident) to support ITAR technical data access requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to read engineering drawings and technical specifications.
- Familiarity with thickness measurement tools and basic metrology.
- Exposure to AS9100 / ISO quality systems.
Key Competencies
- Hands-on technical aptitude
- Attention to detail and process discipline
- Data accuracy and documentation rigor
- Problem solving and troubleshooting
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Safety and compliance mindset
Why Work at Alpha Metalcraft Group (AMG)?
AMG is a growing, precision manufacturing platform serving the aerospace, defense, medical device, and commercial industries. We are investing in our people, processes, and technology to support significant growth and operational excellence across our multi-site footprint.
We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, with HRA
- 401(k) with 3% Safe Harbor company contribution
- Company-paid Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
- Supplemental voluntary financial protection plans
- Quarterly profit-sharing bonus opportunity
- Paid holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Educational Assistance Program
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have an associate degree or technical certification in Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Materials Science, Chemistry, or related field — or equivalent hands-on experience?
- Do you have at least two years of experience in manufacturing, lab, plating, or process environment?
- Do you have a basic understanding of electrical, chemical, or materials processing concepts?
Work Location: In person
