Model Maker Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the model maker position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for support to wind tunnel testing, including model installation, model adjustments, measurements, fitting, modifying and making parts during testing, and rectifying any problems that occur during testing.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Tool Fabrication – design and build simple tools to facilitate device assembling
• Regularly possess manual dexterity to put parts or pieces together quickly and accurate
• Working knowledge with CAD/CAM software tools (NX, Solidworks or Creo preferred)
• Finishing skills including painting and coating
• Qualified Model Maker
• PC skills, Excel, CAD
• CNC Machining center
• Should be able to safely operate a Forklift

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the model maker position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for vital feedback to the Model Maker, Senior Model Maker, and customers on projects.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Skilled in using tools such as wood lathes, table saws, and radial arm saws, routers, mortises, and sanders
• Working knowledge of metal working machines such as metal lathes, metal brakes, shears, drill presses and metal boring machines
• Skilled at operating a manual lathe, a manual mill, a CNC mill and other common shop equipment
• Results oriented and customer driven
• High school graduate or the equivalent with machine shop training and satisfactory completion of course in geometry
• Help with new tool build
• Technical School or High School diploma
• Demonstrated competence in fabrication of basic steel and aluminum alloys using knee mill, band saw, manual lathe, basic powered hand metal cutting

In response to your job posting for model maker, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for ongoing direction during prototyping and initial sampling phases including but not limited to: Verbal or hands-on direction & clarification; working with CAD Production Designers, Engineers & suppliers to provide alternative manufacturing approaches to align with manufacturing capabilities and still maintain design integrity; Other direction/support as required.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Thermoplastic (vacuum) forming
• MSDS and hazardous waste management
• Upholstery (Fabric, Synthetic & Leather)
• Demonstrate effective and safe use of hand tools, mills, lathes, CNC, saws, drills, surface grinder,metal tempering, welding
• Demonstrate accuracy and attention to detail to minimize scrap
• High School Diploma – Completion of Apprenticeship Program
• Knowledge of rapid prototyping methods, CAD and CAM (Unigraphics preferred)
• CNC proficient

I am excited to be applying for the position of model maker. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for vital feedback to the Model Maker, Model Maker Senior, and customers on completed projects.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Collaborates closely with engineering teams to provide expertise in the design and manufacture of precision, hard-form, three-dimensional representations of R&D ideas or concepts
• Sets up and operate various manual and automatic machines in a safe and efficient manner to produce parts requested by customers
• Requires use of problem solving techniques and decision-making methods
• Proficient in basic computer skills and various software packages
• Support hands on learning for Peers, Design, and Engineering through an environment that promotes coaching, teaching, and humility – inviting rather than intimidating
• Model Maker journeyman card or equivalent work experience
• General computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft software (Word, Excel)
• Knowledge of a variety of trade functions such as woodworking, plastic working, sheet metal and tube working and be able to align parts and components with critical centerline dimensions

Please consider me for the model maker opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for effective challenge of modeling methodology and model implementation, propose alternative modeling approaches, identify model limitations, design and carry out detailed model tests, document tests performed, effectively communicate findings and recommendations to model stakeholders.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Capable of scheduling, de-conflicting, and executing multiple technicians activities concurrently
• Knowledge of CNC machines and software, CATIA, Cero, Pro E, and G-code programing
• Capable of correct interpretation of 3D models and ASME Y14.5 drawings, including GD&T, Mil-Spec Standards
• Working knowledge of aerospace processes from concept design into product development
• Experience in service mechanical part fabrication
• Experience with drill presses, mills, sanders and lathes
• Time management and Project management skills highly desirable
• Strong math, reading and writing skills to comprehend standards, maintain accurate records and use precision measuring instruments