Machinist III

Job Summary

Machinist III (ADV
000BF
M) – a CBA position with Amentum. Assist NASA’s deep‑space exploration projects by designing, machining, and assembling precision components. Work in a fast‑paced team environment to produce high‑quality parts that meet strict tolerances and specifications.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 12 years of machinist experience.
• Proficiency with CNC programming languages and standard machining practices.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions; excellent problem‑solving and math skills.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

• Operating Mazak lathes with Mazatrol programming (or similar).
• CNC machining center experience (HAAS, Hurco, Mazak, Servo).
• 5‑axis mastercam programming; proficiency with G‑code and CAD/CAM tools such as CREO, ProE, Gibbs
  
  CAM.
• Experience with .stp files, 4th‑axis machining, overhead crane operation, and handling NASA flight hardware.

• Plan, layout, machine, and assemble parts to precision tolerances.
• Set up and operate lathes, milling machines, grinders, hones, and other specialty tools.
• Determine machining sequences, cutting tool selection, and hold/align methods.
• Develop CNC/lathe programs; edit programs and perform first‑piece inspections.
• Maintain machine tooling, grind own tool bits and drills, and ensure clean, organized workspace.
• Train and mentor less experienced machinists.
• Provide technical direction to customers on reviews, modifications, and repairs.
• Execute related tasks as required by production needs.

• Occasional: climb ladders and maintain balance on scaffolds; lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Frequent: reach, handle, and manipulate objects; stand and work in a cold‑controlled manufacturing facility.
• Constant: coordinate hands and tools; use vision (corrected or uncorrected).
• Required:
  
  adhere to procedures and standards; apply basic math; evaluate drawings; recognize safety hazards.
• Wear steel‑toed shoes and participate in hearing‑loss prevention program.

Large, climate‑controlled manufacturing facility with a variety of machining equipment, power tools, and noise levels. Operate and maintain CNC/manual machining centers, grinders, drills, lathes, water jets, lifts, hoists, overhead cranes, pallet jacks, and shop tools.

• Excellent career growth opportunities.
• 9/8 work schedule (if applicable).
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch).
• And much more.