SR. MACHINIST Security Clearance

Position: SR. MACHINIST with Security Clearance
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. Basic Qualifications – 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 50lbs
Ability to work safely and with concern for the safety of others

Preferred Qualifications:

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