Journeyman CNC Machinist

Position Type

Full-Time, Non-Exempt

St. Inigoes, MD

$30-$40/hr + $5.09/hr (Health & Wellness benefit)

We are hiring several open Journeyman CNC machinist positions for our rapidly growing operation at WOLF in St. Inigoes, MD. Talented artisans with 5‑15 years of experience who wish to advance in their careers and are willing to be trained on a variety of machines are invited to apply.

• Program, set up and operate 3- and 5-axis CNC mills, CNC lathes, and, on occasion, conventional mills, lathes, and miscellaneous machine shop equipment to manufacture unique, one-of-a-kind products and systems to support NAWCAD WOLF projects.
• Implement geometric dimensioning and tolerance practices to ensure all production products are manufactured to drawing specifications.
• Maintain proficiency in the latest CAD/CAM (e.g., Gibbs
  
  CAM, Master Cam) through formal and informal company-provided training.
• Work collaboratively with customers to understand project requirements and schedules, develop machining options, and translate customer requirements into functional hardware that meets all project specifications.
• Actively train and mentor Junior Machinists and other shop personnel as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work environment.
• Follow and enforce all safety standards within the Machine Shop.
• Plan and conduct work from blueprints, drawings, test plans, and aviation technical publications.
• Work well with others as part of a team.
• Perform standard pre‑operational checks on assigned machines and notify facility PM technician for any issues with machine performance.
• Fabricate unconventional, one‑of‑a‑kind items, systems, or apparatus in support of experimental project test articles.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on assigned machines, as well as maintain tool inventories and procure equipment, supplies, tools, and consumables as required.
• Other tasking as required to support customer requirements.

• Work will be performed in an active Machine Shop, which can be noisy.
• Must be well‑versed in safety protocols.
• Position will include: 45% standing, 20% bending, 15% reaching, 5% sitting, 5% walking, and 10% lifting.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds unassisted.

• High school education or equivalent.
• Formal trade school, college, or military training school highly desired.
• Five (5) to fifteen (15) years of increasingly complex CNC experience.
• Mix of conventional and CNC machining experience, along with knowledge of Gibbs Cam (or other common CAD/CAM such as Master Cam programs) required.
• Full command of various machining processes including milling, turning, grinding, and plating.
• In-depth knowledge of materials including, but not limited to, carbon steel, aluminum, tool steel, stainless steel, composites, and fiberglass.
• Skilled in mathematics required for machinists, also able to read a tape measure, micrometer, dial caliper, and other measuring devices required by the Machinist Trade.
• Forklift experience and/or 3D printing experience a plus.
• Current driver’s license required; must be able to be insured through company’s vehicle insurance policy while driving work/government/rental vehicles during working hours, and for the duration of employment.
• U.S. citizenship required and must have or be able to obtain a U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance prior to start date and maintain a Secret clearance throughout employment.
• All candidates will be required to pass background screening to include SSN, driver record, and criminal background investigation.

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long‑Term Disability
• 401(k) match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• EAP
• Education Assistance
• PTO and Holidays
• Vacation and Sick Leave

• SA-TECH offers flexible work schedules depending on the program, alongside generous PTO benefits.
• SA-TECH maintains the right to make changes to job descriptions whenever necessary.
• SA-TECH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and evaluates all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. The company participates in the E‑Verify system to verify work authorization in the U.S.
• All responses will be handled with strict confidentiality.
• Salary information is a general guideline. Salary may vary based on scope of responsibilities, experience, education, training, and market and business considerations.