Description

Inside Sales Representative – Aerospace Fasteners & Components

Location: Harleysville, PA

Type: Full-Time

About Us

Sesco Precision supplies high-quality aerospace fasteners and precision components to OEMs, MROS, and manufacturers in the aerospace and defense industries. We take pride in our technical knowledge, hands-on service, and ability to deliver reliable solutions that meet the toughest specifications in the industry.

Position Overview

We're looking for a hands-on, mechanically minded sales professional to join our team. The ideal candidate has experience in fastener or industrial sales and understands what it takes to support customers in a technical, quality-driven environment. You'll be working closely with engineers, buyers, and production teams so being able to read and understand mechanical drawings and specifications is key.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with aerospace and defense customers
• Identify new opportunities and develop sales within assigned accounts and territories
• Recommend fasteners, hardware, and related products based on customer requirements and drawings
• Interpret technical prints and part specifications to ensure product fit and compliance
• Coordinate with inside sales, quality, and warehouse teams to support customer orders
• Prepare quotes, follow up on opportunities, and track customer activity

Qualifications

• 3+ years of sales experience in fasteners, aerospace hardware, or industrial products
• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to read blueprints and technical drawings
• Understanding of aerospace material specs, certifications, and quality standards is a plus
• Excellent communication, organization, and follow-up skills
• Self-motivated and able to manage your time and territory effectively
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, CRM systems)
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally and regionally

We Offer

• Pay Range (60k – 70k)
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Opportunity to grow with a well-established company serving critical aerospace programs

Description

• Performs and assists with
  preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on machinery,
  equipment, and facility
• Maintains safety standards and
  maintenance systems
• Troubleshoot and diagnose
  malfunctions while working to eliminate emergency repairs
• Specifically, diagnose electrical
  issues with a meter to isolate and resolve the issue
• Conduct routine preventative
  maintenance on machinery, equipment, and facility
• Install and replace both
  automated and mechanical equipment and devices
• Must work in full compliance with
  the approved safety regulations
• Maintain safety standards and a
  clean work environment
• Additional duties as assigned by
  the supervisor

• The perfect fit for Military Veteran technicians ready to work and learn!
• High school diploma or GED
  required
• 2 to 5 years of related
  industrial maintenance experience, military experience counts!
• Maintenance-related training or
  certifications preferred
• Strong electrical skills required
• Basic mechanical, basic
  pneumatic, and hydraulic skills are a plus
• Ability to read and interpret
  work orders, equipment manuals, diagrams, and specifications
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to lift and move
  materials up to 50 pounds

Description

• Lead QC staff and manage daily inspection activities
• Maintain quality procedures, documentation, and inspection protocols
• Oversee incoming, in-process, and final inspections of machined components
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, MIL-I, and SAE standards
• Investigate non-conformances and implement corrective/preventive actions
• Manage calibration schedules and records for all measurement equipment
• Ensure traceability and documentation of calibration activities
• Analyze quality data to identify trends and improvement opportunities
• Collaborate across departments to resolve quality issues

• 3+ years of QC experience in machining or manufacturing
• Strong understanding of machining tolerances, inspection methods, and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) symbols.
• Proficient with measurement tools (Dial calipers, micrometers, profilometers, thread measuring wires, height stands etc.) and calibration practices.
• Experience with the use of Optical Comparators
• Experience with ISO 9001, MIL-I, and SAE standards
• Effective communicator with solid documentation skills
• Able to lead, train, and support a team
• Familiarity with quality software and reporting tools is a plus

• Hourly rate ($24–$32/hour) – Based on Experience
• 401K with match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Team-oriented work environment

Description

• Identify market needs and translate these into specific product requirements for new product development with prioritized features, creating customer driven product roadmaps.
• Develop messaging and promotional activities to position products to end markets and customers.
• Maintain SWOT analysis of the market and use it to find competitive advantages that keep products well-positioned.
• Drive development of new products and launch to end customers.
• Work with design center manager to assess the performance of the group, set priorities and budgets.
• Identify and manage key investments strategy owner.
• Support department initiatives, technology roadmap creation and cross-organization/sector involvement.
• Stay current regarding market trends and direction from Voice of the Customer (VOC), competitive activity and publication review.
• Manage product pricing.
• Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for applications on all assigned products.

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Electronic Engineering. Master's Degree preferred.
• 12+ years of experience in a multi-disciplined engineering environment.
• Product experience within some or all of the following: transceivers, power amplifiers, switches, LNAs, filters, combiners.
• Strong background in semiconductors, specifically RF.
• Knowledge of GaAs and GaN technologies, a good view of the core & wire and classical filters competitive landscape and understanding of the addressable markets and application.
• Experience developing product and technology roadmaps.
• Detail oriented.
• Problem-solution focused - able to provide detailed insight and constructive feedback into problems and complex situations.
• Able to define requirements & resources needed to implement new ideals, approach innovation with a practical, task-oriented mindset, convert ideas into actionable plans.
• Communicate effectively - express ideas and information in a clear and concise manner, tailoring the message to fit the interests and needs of the audience.
• Technical expertise - keep technical skills current, apply specialized knowledge and skills to work tasks, understand and master technical skills associated with the job, and share technical expertise with others.
• Responsive, self-driven, strong sense of ownership and desire to achieve business objectives.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, both verbal and written - interact with customers and internal teams effectively in fast paced rapidly changing environment.
• Willingness to cooperate and collaborate in order to execute tasks and achieve objectives with multiple stakeholders.
• Must be a US citizen or US permanent resident.
  

Description

Description

• Respond promptly to service calls and customer requests.
• Troubleshoot and repair rack systems, self-contained cases, HVAC units, and VFDs.
• Restore equipment to proper operating condition and ensure system reliability.
• Report follow-up service needs to dispatch, leads, and management.
• Participate in the on-call rotation for nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate effectively with customers, service staff, and leadership.
• Complete all required documentation, service reports, and packing slips daily.
• Maintain accurate truck stock inventory.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5–7 years of experience in supermarket refrigeration, HVAC, or EMS system repair and maintenance.
• EPA 608 Certification (Type I & II minimum; Universal preferred).
• Valid state-issued driver’s license.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Day 1 coverage).
• Prescription Drug Coverage.
• Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability, Vacation, and Sick Leave.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with 3.5% Company Match.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
• 11 Paid Holidays Annually.
• Company truck and gas card provided; paid door-to-door travel.
• Ongoing education, training opportunities, and tuition reimbursement.

Description

Reporting to the Director of Global Sourcing, the Strategic Sourcing Manager is responsible for managing global supplier relationships, total overall spend (across ~2000 SKUs), and strategic procurement for the supply categories they manage, as well as their financial and operational performance.  The role’s responsibilities will cover the entire sourcing and procurement process, including strategy development and execution, risk management, supplier identification and selection, negotiation, order management, invoice resolution, reporting, and budget forecasting.  The Strategic Sourcing Manager will also work closely with Engineering, Quality, and NPI teams to enhance our global product generation process to ensure we incorporate our strategic supplier partnerships in our new product innovation process. The Strategic Sourcing Manager will be looked at as an expert in the department to help provide guidance and direction to less experienced buyers.

• Develop and lead the implementation of global strategic sourcing and risk mitigation strategies
• Align strategies to overall business strategy and new product growth initiatives
• Build and manage relationships with key internal stakeholders across sites to ensure successful execution and alignment of sourcing / risk strategies and ongoing supplier activities
• Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships
• Conduct regular business reviews with suppliers to maximize Total Procured Value and drive continuous operational and financial supply chain improvement
• Manage sourcing, requests for information, quotations, proposals, and bidding processes
• Negotiate pricing and commercial terms of supply agreements to deliver Total Procured Value objectives
• Work with Supplier Quality team to assess new and existing supplier capabilities, and drive performance improvement to ensure all raw material/component/product purchases meet quality requirements
• Achieve annual financial and operational objectives / goals
• Work with suppliers and internal teams to identify VA/VE opportunities and lead initiatives to drive cost-out, eliminate inefficiencies, and achieve supply surety
• Proactively communicate and collaborate with internal engineering, quality, supply chain, manufacturing, and product development teams on supply chain related statuses, priorities, and issue resolution
• Continuously evaluate supplier category markets to evaluate new suppliers, report on market conditions, understand trends related to cost drivers and global pricing, to ensure strategic sourcing competitiveness
• Maintain clear, effective, timely, and regular communication at all levels within the company
• Define, develop, and implement regular and detailed reporting to management, as required
• Rapidly synthesize and communicate potential supply issues to senior leaders/relevant stakeholders - proactively identify and act upon mitigation and/or resolution activities to eliminate/minimize any adverse impact to material flow
• Collaborate with Product Development and QA to align all specification and documentation with strategic suppliers
  

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Materials Management, Engineering or similar preferred
• 8+ years’ experience in operations and/or supply management with 4+ years in sourcing/supply management
• Professional certification in supply chain, such as CPSM or equivalent desired
• Category Management and Supplier Relationship Management experience. Sourcing of RF & Microwave components, IC’s, and ceramic substrates, preferred
• Experience with the 7-Step Strategic Sourcing Process
• Knowledge of global supply chains, including OEM’s, contract manufacturers / EMS, distributors, etc.
• Demonstrated track record of managing a strategic sourcing capability, driving strategy and operational performance, and delivering total procurement value
• A passion for collaboration, a commitment to continuous improvement, and a strong customer focus with a bias to over-communicating
• Proficient in effectively leading cross-functional, multi-location projects globally
• Familiarity with Bills of Materials and manufacturing processes
• Strong oral, written, and presentation skills with the ability to influence using data, risk/benefit analysis, and skills in fostering relationships and building trust
• Experience with ERP, E Sourcing platforms, & RFQ tools and Microsoft Office Suite Products proficiency
• Working knowledge of contractual terms, clauses, and conditions preferred
• Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment

Description

A successful Field Service Engineer will drive for excellence in customer satisfaction, enjoy troubleshooting, setting up complex systems, and have a passion for learning new technology. You will be a key part of the expanding Field Service team as the Company expert at customer sites, ensuring that advanced lighting systems are commissioned properly and serviced post-installation. This role is an integral part of the company's customer-focused business model as customers are the foundation of their business.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Deliver exemplary customer service to customers in the field.
• Become proficient in servicing all Systems while following field service procedures.
• Troubleshoot and repair commercial system installations.
• Coordinate with on-site contractors and facility managers to ensure proper system installation.
• Focus on lifecycle product service (troubleshooting, repair, training end-users, and upgrades)
• Serve as a technical expert for legacy systems and products.
• Stay aligned to company's culture and values – Passionate, Flexible and Adaptable to changing markets, Innovative Thinker, Customer-focused, and Ethical.

Requirements:

Experience: 3-5 years in electro-mechanical or related field.

Non-Technical:

• 2 or 4-year college degree, technical school degree, or related military experience.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Highly organized and accustomed to a fast-paced work schedule
• Valid driver's license with ability to pass background checks and drug screens as required.

Technical:

• Experience with troubleshooting electrical systems.
• Computer networking experience desired.

Description

Lathe and Mill Supervisors

Manufacturing · Manchester, New Hampshire, United States / Nashua, New Hampshire, United States

Description

Granite State Manufacturing (GSM) is seeking two motivated professionals to join our leadership team on the first shift; one to lead our Lathe Cell and one to lead our Milling Cell.

These roles are ideal for experienced CNC Machinists or Leads ready to step into a supervisory position. You'll lead teams producing precision, large-scale components for the U.S. Navy submarine program and other mission-critical defense applications.

About the Opportunity:

As a Lathe or Mill Supervisor, you'll oversee daily machining operations in your assigned cell, coordinating workflow, mentoring machinists, and ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence. You'll partner with Planning to dispatch work in accordance with the schedule and drive throughput across a diverse mix of manual and CNC platforms, including Doosan VTLs, Doosan HBMs (DBC series), Doosan 5-Axis (DVF series), and Mazak and Mori verticals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day operations in the assigned Lathe or Mill machining cell.
• Partner with Planning to schedule and release jobs IAW production plans.
• Review, verify, and approve weekly payroll for assigned team members.
• Provide technical guidance on setups, tooling, and process optimization for large and precision components.
• Verify first-piece quality and ensure all work meets AS9100, NAVSEA, and customer contract requirements
• Develop machinists through mentoring, cross-training, and skill certification.
• Promote a culture of safety, discipline, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Production Control to resolve technical and scheduling challenges.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of CNC machining experience — Lathe or Mill specialization required.
• Proven background in large-part machining (Doosan VTL, HBM, or equivalent platforms preferred).
• Prior lead, setup, or trainer-level experience is highly desirable.
• Strong ability to interpret blueprints, GD&T, and process plans.
• Experience with Fanuc, Heidenhain, Mazatrol, or Okuma OSP controls.
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and team development.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Floating holidays
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) company matching
• Dental & Vision insurance (Company paid)
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Competitive health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Referral program

Why Join GSM:

• Grow from machinist to supervisor — leadership development encouraged.
• Work on large, high-precision Navy and defense components using Doosan, Kuraki, Mazak, and Mori equipment.
• Competitive pay, benefits, and long-term stability in a growing defense manufacturer.
• Contribute directly to the U.S. Navy submarine readiness and national security.

Description

Quality Inspector

Position Description

Reports To: Quality Department Manager

Roles and Responsibilities

Perform quality control, inspection and other assigned activities and contribute to SSI's efforts to satisfy customer expectations regarding quality and on-time deliveries. These responsibilities will be accomplished by:

• Personally performing 1st Article, 1st Piece, In-Process and Final Inspection activities. Knowledgeable and experienced in working with AS9102 documents and report forms for this purpose.
• Inspecting in-process production parts and communicating with Machine Operators and Production Managers any required adjustments
• Assisting Production Managers to ensure in-process inspections by our Machine Operators are being performed consistently and properly
• Teaching and helping to train Machine Operators in measurement and inspection techniques and methods.
• Approving finished production and releasing these Orders for shipment
• Documenting inspection results by completing AS9102 report forms, customer specific report forms, and/or SSI Inspection report forms
• Helping to ensure new fixtures and special tooling are inspected and that necessary gauges and instruments are available when needed
• Helping to ensure that inspection gauges and instruments are properly controlled, maintained, calibrated and certified on a timely basis.
• Inspecting Certificates of Conformance from material, external suppliers, and other service providers to ensure these items conform to customers and SSI's purchase order requirements and specifications
• Understanding and then helping to ensure all processes and activities within the AS9100 Certified Quality Management System are fully implemented. Having a firm commitment to maintaining the integrity of the QMS.
• Helping to ensure Quality reflects excellent housekeeping standards
• Understanding and following the Company's Safety policies and procedures

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' experience in Quality and/or Inspection roles where precision machined parts and components are manufactured
• Demonstrated knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Demonstrated skill in reading and understanding complex blueprints
• Demonstrated knowledge of using various measurement instruments to inspect parts and perform bench or layout dimensional inspections
• Must be able to communicate effectively with Machine Operators, Manufacturing and Company management, Customers, and Suppliers
• Must enjoy working within a Team environment to accomplish challenging company goals and objectives
• Must be reliable, dependable, detail oriented, and be an example for integrity and ethical behavior

Benefits:

• Flexible work hours (can begin work between 5 and 7 am) 
• Paid weekly
• Bonus Program - Based upon company and individual performance
• Paid Time Off - Vacation (5 - 15 days depending upon experience)/ 9 Paid company Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Life, Vision, Disability, 401K (With Company Matching)
• Air conditioned shop and office working environment
• Four strategic markets served providing greater stability when specific markets have downturns