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• Read and interpret design drawings, blueprints, and procedures.
• Perform calculations to determine accurate setups and layouts for machining tasks.
• Selects tooling, machine feeds and speeds, lubricants and fixtures.
• Perform machining operations safely, adjusting as needed to maintain tight tolerances, ensure quality, and productivity standards.
• Inspect work pieces to verify conformance with specifications using measuring instruments.
• Perform over-inspections of work completed by other machinists per company procedures.
• Monitor equipment performance and conduct or assist with routine maintenance and repairs.
• Work with engineering staff to revise or improve procedures, drawings, and determine optimal equipment/tooling setups.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records, logs, and documentation related to all work.
• Utilize a range of manual and automated machinery, precision measuring tools, and hand tools efficiently and safely.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisors or management.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must also meet one (1) of the following training/experience requirements:
• Must have successfully completed a Machining Diploma or an equivalent program from a recognized trade school or community college (minimum 2-year accredited program) by July 1, 2026.
• Must have successfully graduated from the Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM) Machining program and a preference for 2 years of Machining experience.
• A State Certified Machinist Journeyman’s Card is required. Applicant must provide a copy of the machinist journeyman’s card.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in manufacturing machining or tool making (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Military Service equivalent in pay grade E-6 or above. One or more of the following Navy Enlisted Classifications (NEC) or other service branch specific equivalent:
• Machinery Repairman or service equivalent
• U32A Computer Numerically Controlled Machinist
• U33A NAMTS Inside Machinist
• Successful candidates must meet the required Work Keys assessment standards.
• Must be highly motivated, with a focus on attention to detail.
• Must be a US Citizen with no dual citizenship.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) clearance.

Verification of Military Experience and Training (VMET, DD Form 2586) and Job Qualification Requirement (JQR) documentation are required when uploading resume.

NOTE:

The Journeyman's Card or required diploma must be completed prior to 7/1/2026 to be considered for an interview. If hired with no Journeyman's Card, the candidate must agree to complete the apprenticeship program.

Pay: $41.24

The starting hourly rate for this position in Virginia (US-VA) is expected to be $41.24 per hour. The hourly rate offered is based on local job market factors and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package…