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Laser Operator (Aerospace)

Parker Hannifin
Kent, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/1/2026
Position Summary

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

At Exotic Metals Forming Division, our highly talented team blends a passion for manufacturing with relentless customer support, making us the partner of choice for complex aerospace solutions. Working at EMFD is about being part of a team, a culture, something that is bigger than each of us individually. We began as a small group of people passionately committed to a common goal. That is why we are so proud of everyone in our Exotic family who strives to be the best at what they do every day, working as a collaborative team in a culture of continuous improvement to stretch the bounds of creative thinking and provide quality products to our customers around the globe.

Laser Operator (Aerospace)

Day Shift, Monday through Thursday

Uses established processes to set up, program, and operate various types of industrial grade machines to form, cut, bend, size, and/or machine aerospace quality components from Nickel, Stainless, and Titanium alloys.

Functions And Responsibilities

  • Perform setups and operations using Fiber and/or YAG CNC lasers on production hardware.
  • May train others on part set-up and run.
  • May repair, rework, or recut parts with guidance and oversight.
  • Identify and solve, with direct oversight, machine alignment problems.
  • Troubleshoot minor program errors independently.
  • Provide some input on tool design.
  • Able to set up and run parts with limited resource support, within established timeframes on a minimum of two machine types.
  • Applies basic understanding of G and M code.
  • Work under limited oversight.
  • May perform shop support responsibilities, including but not limited to, deburring, manual pressure cleaning, part prep. And any other duties assigned to help drive to our vision, fulfill our commitments, and carry out our organization’s virtues.

Qualifications

  • Must be able to use mathematics relevant to laser operator functions.
  • Requires familiarity with machine tools, precision instruments and good manual dexterity.
  • Able to do some job development with guidance and oversight.
  • Reads and understands manufacturing planning, sketches, blueprints, and specifications as necessary to perform the job function.
  • Basic knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Knows where to find this information at Exotic and asks for help when necessary.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent GED required.

Working Conditions

  • Use of protective clothing, laser safety glasses, and other equipment to prevent burns and eye injuries.
  • Frequent use of hand tools and pressure washer.
  • Frequent crane use and overhead work.

Physical Requirements

The laser operator performs physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and frequent movement of the whole body, such as climbing, repetitive lifting up to 40 pounds, balancing, and handling of material.

Attention to details and accuracy are position critical.

Performs physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and frequent movement of the whole body, such as climbing, lifting up to 50 pounds, balancing and handling of material.

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements

Competitive Compensation

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

  • Pay Range: $20.2/hr to $25.3/hr
  • Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker Offers Competitive Benefit Programs, Including

  • Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
  • 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
  • Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
  • Career development and tuition reimbursement.
  • Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
  • Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
  • Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

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