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Aerospace Machinist. By: Jache Cocchi. Occupation History. Aerospace machinists were first in demand in the 1920’s when airplanes were first mass produced They primarily used hand tools and tolerances were big Now the tolerances are very tight
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Aerospace Machinist By: JacheCocchi
Occupation History • Aerospace machinists were first in demand in the 1920’s when airplanes were first mass produced • They primarily used hand tools and tolerances were big • Now the tolerances are very tight • CAD programs are often used along with CNC machines
Occupation Opportunities • There are many occupational opportunities for an aerospace machinist within 50 miles of my home • Some hiring companies include: • Senior Aerospace AMT • Esterline USA • LMI Aerospace • Boeing
Education Requirements • Machinists train in apprenticeship programs, informally on the job, and in vocational schools, community and technical colleges • Experience with machine tools is helpful • machinists should be mechanically inclined, have good problem-solving abilities, be able to work independently, and be able to do highly accurate work