Description Built on Experience. Built for Skill. Built for You. Keel was formed by bringing together three industry leaders combining generations of hands-on expertise in steel fabrication, shipbuilding, aerospace, and defense manufacturing. That means when you join Keel, you’re joining a team backed by decades of proven craftsmanship and real-world results. We build ships, defense systems, aerospace components, and heavy steel structures that serve critical missions — and we do it with pride. Your Mission: The Laser Track Trainee supports dimensional inspection and measurement activities using portable laser tracking systems while learning fundamental metrology skills. This entry-level role assists technicians with production, tooling verification, and quality assurance tasks under direct supervision. Explore the Depth of the Role: • Assist with setup and breakdown of laser tracker equipment. • Learn to operate laser tracker systems under close supervision. • Support basic part inspections and measurement data collection. • Help verify fixture and tooling dimensions. • Assist with recording data and preparing simple inspection reports. • Follow established metrology procedures and safety standards. • Maintain equipment cleanliness and support calibration log upkeep. • Other related duties as assigned. Requirements Mission Readiness: • High school diploma or GED required; technical training preferred. • Experience in manufacturing, quality, or inspection helpful but not required. • Basic understanding of measurements and willingness to learn blueprint reading. • Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing fundamentals is a plus. • Attention to detail. • Mechanical aptitude. • Basic computer proficiency. • Strong work ethic and willingness to learn. Become a part of our Builders and you too can... • Uphold Safety and Quality Standards • Embody Team Spirit • Relentless Customer Focus • Convey Integrity, Trust, and Professionalism • Execute with Excellence and Velocity Travel Requirements: • Occasional travel between facilities, as business needs require. Physical Requirements: • May be required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel regularly • May lift or carry 50lbs. Weights exceeding 50lbs will require mechanical means to maneuver. Work Environment: • Exposure is frequent to moving mechanical parts, airborne particles - eye protection is required, and fumes, machine vibration, and noisy conditions, high temperatures, and occasional to a restricted space work area. • All Keel locations are tobacco free where appropriate. Become a part of our Builders and you too can... • Uphold Safety and Quality Standards • Embody Team Spirit • Relentless Customer Focus • Convey Integrity, Trust, and Professionalism • Execute with Excellence and Velocity What Keel will build for you: • Comprehensive Benefit Package • Competitive Pay • 401(k) Match • HSA/FSA • Paid Holidays • Paid Time Off • Internal Referral Bonus Opportunities • Shift Differentials • Overtime Potential • Paid on the Job Training • Certification Sponsorship Opportunities • Committed to Individual Career Growth • We Do Fun Things, Plus More! Need Assistance? If you require a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the employment process, please email [email protected] with details about your request and your contact information. Accommodation requests are reviewed individually on a case-by-case basis. Please note that this email address is monitored only for inquiries related to reasonable accommodation requests. Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans What we build, builds us.