Tool & Die Maker

2nd Shift Tool DesignerCherry Aerospace is a global leader in the design and manufacture of elite fastening systems for the commercial and military aerospace industries. As a proud division of Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC)—a Berkshire Hathaway company and an over $10 billion global manufacturing powerhouse—our Santa Ana team creates the industry standard for aerospace rivets and precision components.

When aircraft fly, they fly with Cherry.Are you a SolidWorks power-user who loves seeing your digital designs come to life on the shop floor? As our 2nd Shift Tool Designer, you will be the engineering brains behind the physical muscle of our production line. You won't just sit behind a screen—you will collaborate directly with master tool and die makers to build robust, high-precision tooling that powers our busy cold heading and hot forge departments.

If you are ready to take total ownership of complex mechanical layouts and watch your designs stamp out real-world products, we want you on our team.Design & Innovate: Create hyper-precise parametric solid models, intricate 2D drawings, and complete component packaging in a 3D solid modeling environment.Bring Blueprints to Life: Use your design and drafting expertise to engineer component part drawings, complex mechanical layouts, and step-by-step work instructions for existing and next-generation products.Master ASME Standards: Draft complex mechanical layouts, routers, and schematics that flawlessly meet ASME standards.Own the Math: Execute absolute precision by managing component tolerance stack-ups and applying GD&T dimensioning flawlessly.Keep Production Moving: Proactively monitor lead times for parts procurement, ensuring our manufacturing schedule never misses a beat.What You Bring (Education, Experience & Skills)SolidWorks Expertise: 5 to 10 years of hands-on parametric modeling experience in SolidWorks, with advanced proficiency in configurations and design tables.ASME & GD&T Mastery: Extensive knowledge of ASME modeling and drafting standards (including Y14.5) and a deep understanding of GD&T applications and implications.Manufacturing Blueprint Fluency: The ability to read, interpret, and reverse-engineer complex blueprints, router instructions, and specifications.Design for Manufacturability: A proven track record of designing components optimized for efficient, cost-effective manufacturing and assembly.Shop Math & Reasoning: Sharp algebra and geometry skills, paired with strong critical thinking to solve complex, real-world layout challenges.Tech & Communication Basics: Intermediate to advanced comfort with MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook), QAD ERP software, and clear, professional verbal and written communication.Shift & Location RequirementsLocation: 100% In-Person in Santa Ana, CA (Must be able to reliably commute or relocate before starting).