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Space Systems Sewing SpecialistsWeb Industries • Denton, TX, United States
Space Systems Sewing Specialists

Space Systems Sewing Specialists

Web Industries • Denton, TX, United States
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Location : Denton, TX

The Space Systems Sewing Specialist is a role that will help to launch humanity into a new era of space exploration. At Web Industries, that's exactly what you'll do as our next Space Systems Sewing Specialist . We're not a typical manufacturer; we're a precision aerospace part manufacturer and extremely technology driven. We are seeking a master of technical hand and machine sewing who thrives on meticulousness and craftsmanship. You'll be part of an elite, cutting-edge team, working with confidential, non-conventional materials to create the critical components that power rockets into space. This is your chance to make a direct impact on missions that will shape the world for generations. Join us as a Space Systems Sewing Specialist and help build a legacy that reaches into stars and pushes today's space exploration to achievements that have only been found in science fiction novels.

Web Industries a 100% employee-owned company (ESOP), which brings a lot of advantages to the people who work here-beyond the great pay and excellent benefits. You're not just an employee, you are an employee-owner, with a vested interest in the success of the company. Web Industries' founder, Bob Fulton, believed that the people who create the value of a company, the employees, should share in the success of the company. We believe there is a real energy that exists when people are open, honest, and work together to meet mutual goals. We do this by living our values :

  • Heart of an Owner : Taking personal responsibility and pride in our work.
  • Stronger Together : The power of collaboration and teamwork.
  • Find a Way : Determination and creativity to overcome challenges

As a company, we thrive on that energy and work to bring it into every product and every project that we touch. At Web, we believe the employee experience is paramount to our company's success. Working with us, you'll experience a myriad of cultures, locations, industries, and technologies. And you'll be part of an employee-owned company dedicated to helping you achieve a fulfilling life and a rewarding career.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a highly skilled and meticulous Space Systems Sewing Specialist with the highest level of competency in walking foot sewing to join our dynamic manufacturing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the precise, complex assembly and specialized fabrication of critical components for aerospace and other high-performance applications, where people's lives rely on high-quality production. This role demands exceptional attention to detail, a strong commitment to quality, and strict adherence to safety and regulatory standards, including the ability to make heavy impactful decisions in a short amount of time.

Principal Duties & Essential Functions :

  • Lead and execute the fabrication of intricate aerospace components with diverse industrial sewing machines, achieving zero defects by implementing rigorous precision standards, comprehensive machine maintenance, specialized tooling, advanced operator training, and continuous quality monitoring.
  • Perform complex assembly operations, utilizing both industrial sewing machines and expert hand-tool manipulation for intricate fabrication, to meet company standards and rigorous aerospace customer quality requirements.
  • Execute intricate assembly procedures, leveraging specialist knowledge in aerospace-grade sewing and sophisticated manual fabrication, essential for achieving zero-defect thresholds due to the life-critical nature of components.
  • Calibrate and optimize industrial sewing machine parameters, including precision adjustment of thread tension, selection and application of specialized needle types / sizes, and meticulous regulation of presser foot pressure. This expertise is critical to proactively eliminate complex fabrication anomalies such as skipped stitches, thread entanglement, and material deformation, ensuring aerospace-grade product integrity and zero-defect output.
  • Perform precision stitching on diverse and challenging technical materials, including advanced synthetic and polymer-based composites, utilizing industrial sewing machines to fabricate specialized components.
  • Adhere rigorously to complex work instructions, engineering blueprints, and approved sample standards, exercising aerospace-level precision to consistently meet or exceed stringent quality tolerances.
  • Apply advanced aerospace or a related field's manufacturing expertise to implement precise adjustments and modifications, ensuring all customer products achieve superior durability, structural integrity, and validated performance under extreme operational conditions, as meticulously detailed in engineering specifications.
  • Configure and optimize industrial sewing and fabrication machinery to stringent aerospace specifications and established best practices, consistently achieving precise production output and superior component integrity.
  • Actively diagnose and resolve complex mechanical, process, and design issues impacting production, ensuring optimal machine performance, material integrity, and adherence to intricate aerospace specifications.
  • Able to leverage expert-level aerospace fabrication knowledge and critical thinking to design innovative, complex products, strategically overcoming process bottlenecks, and excelling at managing multiple competing priorities simultaneously, all while influencing team collaboration and individual contributions to ensure exemplary safety execution.
  • Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work area, adhering to all safety standards and expectations while complying with all quality practices.
  • Performs any other function or responsibility as assigned. Demonstrate a proactive and flexible approach, readily stepping beyond defined role boundaries to contribute to critical tasks, optimize processes, and drive overall business performance.
  • Employee Ownership Behaviors :

    Lead by example in demonstrating the following :

  • Dependable : Behaves in a sensible way and does what they say and leads by example
  • Judgement : Uses Good Judgement by considering safety implications, decision making, using critical thinking and other tools to drive sound decisions
  • Can Do Mentality : Is able to step in to situation and mentor how to accomplish tasks and demonstrates this behavior by using problem solving and methodical learned tools
  • Performs any other function or responsibility as assigned. Demonstrate a proactive and flexible approach, readily stepping beyond defined role boundaries to contribute to critical tasks, optimize processes, and drive overall business performance.
  • Additional REQUIRED Qualifications / Skills

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
  • Minimum of 5+ years of progressive, expert-level experience in complex industrial / Walking Foot Sewing, textile fabrication, with a demonstrable focus on aerospace soft goods manufacturing where zero-defect thresholds are paramount.
  • Mastery in operating, calibrating, and optimizing a diverse range of industrial sewing machines, including heavy-duty and specialized automated systems, to consistently achieve aerospace-grade precision and structural integrity.
  • Exceptional ability to interpret and meticulously execute highly complex engineering blueprints, multi-layered technical assembly diagrams, and intricate work instructions, understanding nuanced material applications and critical layer marks.
  • Profound understanding and application of advanced stitching termination techniques, including precision backstitching, and expert calibration of thread tensions across a spectrum of advanced aerospace materials to prevent all forms of material distortion or stitch anomalies.
  • Expertise in processing and handling highly specialized technical fabrics and advanced threads (e.g., Kevlar, Nomex, Nextel, various coated materials, conductive threads), understanding their unique properties and fabrication requirements.
  • Advanced proficiency in material handling, encompassing precise measurement, intricate cutting using specialized tools (e.g., cutters, shears, laser cutting systems), and minimizing material waste.
  • Demonstrated ability to consistently apply ultra-precise stitching parameters (e.g., maintaining exact stitch lengths, threads per inch, and consistent stitch patterns for both machines and, where applicable, highly specialized hand-stitching operations).
  • Expert-level command of specialty tooling and fixtures pertinent to aerospace soft goods assembly (e.g., precision snap presses, specialized grommet dies, heat-sealing equipment).
  • Proven ability to conduct advanced quality inspections, performing intricate verification against hyper-detailed dimension sheets and complex customer engineering drawings to ensure absolute conformance and traceability.
  • Deep understanding and active application of machine calibration principles, timing synchronization, and tension management to ensure sustained peak machine performance and consistent product quality.
  • Exceptional commitment to working within and continuously enhancing established aerospace safety protocols, FOD (Foreign Object Debris) control, and rigorous quality management systems.
  • Additional PREFERRED Qualifications / Skills :

  • Adept at both autonomous execution and collaborative team environments, contributing significantly to project success and demonstrating leadership qualities when appropriate.
  • Unwavering commitment to elevating quality standards and spearheading continuous improvement initiatives within a high-stakes manufacturing setting
  • Demonstrated adaptability and proactive engagement in evolving production processes, materials, and technological advancements.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and an unyielding commitment to precision and accuracy in all facets of fabrication and documentation.
  • Proven track record of superior job performance complemented by advanced communication skills, essential for fostering a collaborative team environment and effectively contributing to critical soft goods programs.
  • Preferred : Extensive experience in formal vocational training, advanced apprenticeships, or specialized certifications in industrial sewing, aerospace soft goods fabrication, or highly technical textile manufacturing.
  • Highly valued certifications in specialized sewing techniques or advanced quality control methodologies relevant to precision manufacturing (e.g., Industrial Sewing Machine Operator
  • Certification, Certified Sewn Products Technician - CSPT, or advanced certifications from organizations like the Association of Sewing and Design Professionals (ASDP).
  • Extensive professional experience within high-reliability manufacturing sectors such as aerospace or military fabrication, with a deep understanding and adherence to stringent quality standards (e.g., ISO and AS9100).
  • Exceptional proficiency in industrial sewing machine operation and a comprehensive understanding of material fabrication are paramount for excelling in this position
  • All applicants must be eligible to work on military contracts.

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