What is a fixture builder and how to become one

Key steps to become a fixture builder

1. Explore fixture builder education requirements

   Most common fixture builder degrees

   High School Diploma

   33.3 %

   Associate

   31.9 %

   Bachelor's

   18.1 %

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2. Start to develop specific fixture builder skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Build Fixtures	20.69%
   Jigs	20.12%
   Gauges	10.04%
   Blueprint Specifications	8.46%
   CNC	5.37%

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3. Complete relevant fixture builder training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 4-10 years on post-employment, on-the-job training. New fixture builders learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a fixture builder based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real fixture builder resumes.

4. Research fixture builder duties and responsibilities

   • Fabricate from raw materials, complex master gauges, drill jigs & holding fixtures for assembly processes.
   • Coordinate master tooling gauges and relate tooling.
   • Construct new and maintain fixtures for CNC machining production.
   • Build aluminum and composite apply fixtures and tooling gages for Lockheed-Martin.

5. Prepare your fixture builder resume

   When your background is strong enough, you can start writing your fixture builder resume.

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6. Apply for fixture builder jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a fixture builder job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams