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Experimental Machinist

Job in Logan, Cache County, Utah, 84341, USA
Listing for: DP Professionals
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-03
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing Engineer, Manufacturing Production, CNC Machinist, Machine Operator
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Experimental Machinist 3
DPP is seeking an Experimental Machinist for an opportunity with our client in the Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing industry.

Work location:
Onsite in Logan, Utah
Schedule: 9x80A
Duration: 3 months
Term: W2 contract
Work authorization: US Citizen

Position summary:
  • Our client is looking for an Experimental Engineer who is ready to step up their game and move into a Senior (level
    4) role.
  • The Logan, UT team researches, designs, develops, produces, and tests a variety of mechanical, electrical/electronic, and electro-optical equipment and systems including low background infrared scene/source generators, optical collimators and scan mirror systems, cryogenic positioning hardware, infrared imaging, and instrumentation of vacuum/space/environment chambers.
  • This team supports multiple prime contractors in the development and production of both test systems and flight hardware for a multitude of applications including tactical missiles, launch detection, and missile defense systems. Their work protects our country from enemy threats.
Duties:
  • Plans the layout, fabrication, and testing of mechanical devices; sets up and operates any type of precision machine tool to make original parts, tools, mechanisms, and devices for experimental purposes.
  • Identifies raw material requirements for parts to be machined.
  • Solves problems relative to work-holding arrangement, unusual materials, machine settings, tools, product specifications, and fabrication methods for production process.
  • Normally performs precision work to exacting tolerances and dimensions for research engineers in a developmental laboratory condition.
  • May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.
  • Typically requires completion of a formal apprenticeship and many years of precision all-around machining experience on unusual, original, and intricate layout, machining, and assembly tasks.
Basic qualifications for Machinist Level 4:
  • High school diploma or equivalent education
  • Minimum 6 years of experience working in a machine shop
  • Ability to interpret blueprints, sketches, GD&T, and other engineering specifications
  • Working knowledge of shop floor mathematics and measuring tools/equipment
  • Ability to use basic hand tools and precision measuring instruments
  • Ability to set up and operate a variety of manual machine tools including lathes, milling machines, and grinders
  • Ability to set up, program, and operate CNC machines including the use of Mastercam software
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to work safely and with concern for the safety of others
Preferred qualifications:
  • Associate’s degree
  • 6+ years of CNC 3-5-axis machining experience
  • Experience with and fundamental understanding of G-Code
  • CNC Machinist Certification from an accredited Trade School
  • Ability to understand and work with knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and disciplines.
  • Experience in following written set-up instructions and/or performing unique setups
  • Demonstrated ability to solve unique machining challenges including reworking parts
  • Experience with Haas VMCs and/or EZ-Trak mills (Milltronics controls)
  • Experience with CNC lathes
  • Experience with EDM equipment
  • Experience TIG/GTAW welding aluminum and stainless steel
  • Excellent communication, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills
  • Willingness to learn and possess a positive team working attitude
Required technical skills:
  • 4+ years’ experience on 3 Axis CNC machines, 4 and 5 Axis is a plus
  • Ability to read and interpret production specifications, production diagrams, assembly drawings, and technical specifications (English)
  • Able to use basic power hand tools
  • Experience in complex measurements and advanced shop math calculations relative to tolerances, dimensions, tooling, and feeds and speeds
  • Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
  • Lathes
  • Manual Milling
  • Proficiency in CAM programming with Mastercam preferred.
Nice to have:
  • CAD/CAM software
Interested? Learn more:
Click the apply button to learn more about this position (#26-00512).

Work authorization: US Citizen. EOE/AA/V/D

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