Machinist Levels 1 4

Machinist Levels 1-4

Huntsville, AL

Contract Position

Responsibilities:

• Set up, develop, and operate complex machining processes for components to support the assembly of flight.
• Impact the transformation of manufacturing and operational processes within the organization.
• Collaborate closely with area leadership and Engineering, Implement, document, refine, and standardize new manufacturing processes, continuously striving to enhance process efficiency, hardware quality, and overall work area effectiveness.
• Engage directly with partners as part of specific programs.

Qualifications:

• Manufacturing experience in the aerospace sector
• Experience with multi-axis lathes and high-speed 5-axis mills producing complex parts with tight tolerances
• Experience working with hardened metals
• Proficiency in interpreting engineering models, drawings, specifications, and written work instructions
• Extensive experience with one or more CNC controls: Mazak, Okuma, Fanuc, Heidenhain, Siemens, or similar
• Strong blueprint reading skills, including GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994 standard
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced team environment with shifting roles and responsibilities
• Basic computer skills (Windows, Microsoft Office, etc.)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a customer-focused approach
• Ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and geographical locations
• Continuous improvement mindset and strong organizational skills
• Willingness to work off-shifts, extended hours, overtime, and weekends as required
• U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, or lawful admission into the U.S
• Experience in the development and production of impellers and other machine components using multi-axis machining, turning, and/or grinding centers.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with turbo machine components made from nickel-based stainless-steel alloys, copper, or titanium
  • Proficiency in tooling and fixture design
  • Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts around flight-critical hardware
  • Knowledge of outside processing methods (heat treat, plating, coating, EDM, grinding, etc.)