VTL Machinist - 2nd shift; Aerospace

About the Organization:
Applied Aerospace & Defense (Applied) is a premier provider of advanced design, engineering, and vertically integrated manufacturing solutions for leading and next-generation space and defense technology companies. Applied builds complex hardware for extreme operating environments and is focused on three core markets:
Space and Launch Systems, Defense Aviation and Airborne Systems, and C5

ISR and Precision Strike Systems. With decades of space and defense manufacturing heritage, Applied combines deep material science and IP‑enabled process expertise with the ability to enable rapid prototyping, enhance new product development, and responsively scale production. Across its nationwide infrastructure of advanced manufacturing facilities, Applied continuously supports a balanced mix of next‑generation technology and platform development, large‑scale production programs, and aftermarket sustainment for enduring platforms.

EOE Statement:
Applied Aerospace and Defense is an equal opportunity employer.

In an assigned area or cell, the machinist must be willing to be trained to set up, operate, troubleshoot, and perform work on vertical turning lathes (VTL). The machinist will perform work at a consistently high level of quality.

• Ability to set up operations that have been previously proven out under direct supervision of a lead man or supervisor.
• Ability to identify opportunities for improvement in tooling, cutting methods, mistake proofing, and work instruction documentation.
• Skill level that eliminates errors that cause nonconforming material, maintaining a consistent level of high‑quality work. Identify non‑conformances at the time of occurrence and notify management of required action.
• Actively participate in continuous‑improvement projects, including but not limited to 5S, TPM, kaizen events, and set‑up reduction events, aligned with Article II of the collective bargaining agreement.
• Work safely at all times and participate in safety improvement initiatives by raising concerns and helping develop corrective actions.
• Assist or train other employees in this or lower classifications as needed.
• Refer difficulties to a leader or supervisor as appropriate.
• May be assigned tasks not specifically listed within the scope and skill level of this job description to support department or cell objectives and develop individual skills.

Shift: Second

Work Status:
Full Time

Location:

Applied Aerospace & Defense, Newington

Category:
Manufacturing

Requirement Number: MAN-26-00023

Position Title:

VTL Machinist

Number of Openings: 1

Exempt Status:
Non‑Exempt

This position is currently accepting applications.