Experimental Machinist

Position: Experimental Machinist 4
Job Description
Job #218468

Chipton-Ross is seeking an Experimental Machinist 4 for a contract opportunity in Logan, UT.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

• 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 50lbs.
• Ability to work safely and with concern for the safety of others.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

In need of an Experimental Machinist to work at its Logan, UT facility. This position will be hired to level 4 (Senior).

Our 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. We support 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.

Our work protects our country from enemy threats.

Job Description:

• 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

• Associates 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 EDUCATION

High school degree or equivalent.

School must be accredited.

WORK HOURS

Full-Time 9/80 workweek. First Shift.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date.
• Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.

For more information, please apply or contact:

Emmanuel Morgan  x239

Chipton-Ross provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State or local law. This policy governs all areas of employment at Chipton-Ross, including recruiting, hiring, training, assignment, promotions, compensation, benefits, discipline, and terminations.