Machinist

The position of machinist is to support the Production Manager by setting up, programming, and operating various CNC and manual machines to produce high-quality, precision parts. This position may require travel and service work to be performed at Navy facilities around the United States.

Reports to Production Manager

Review drawings/blueprints to understand part requirements

Write/modify programs for CNC machines (G‑Code and/or Conversational)

Use precision measuring tools to ensure part conformance to drawing tolerances

Set up parts and fixturing with minimal supervision

Perform routine maintenance on equipment

Comply with safety rules and regulations during course of duties

3+ years machining experience or completion of vocational school/apprenticeship preferred

Ability to use precision measuring instruments (i.e. micrometers, calipers, etc.)

Ability to read and understand drawings and dimensional tolerancing

Working knowledge of mathematics, including basic trigonometry

High school diploma or equivalent

Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and safety

Consistent production of quality parts with minimal scrap or rework

Internal audits indicate functions are conducted and records completed in accordance with established policies

Nonconformance and scrap are handled in accordance with established quality procedures

Safety policies are observed

External audits, e.g., ISO, government, or customer audits, product positive results

Ability to lift and move heavy objects up to 50 lbs., stand for long periods of time, wear required protective clothing and equipment

Frequent overtime required

Ability to respond to emergency work when required

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job‑related factors.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the organization.

Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at‑will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.