Machine Tool Operator - METTS

About the role

Radial Solutions Inc. (RSi) is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) located in Huntsville, AL. At RSi, we understand that people are the most important aspect of our business! As a service provider to the government, we aim to hire right people for each role. We provide professional development opportunities to support continued professional growth. We strive to foster an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment for every team member. RSi is looking to fill a Machine Tool Operator position to support our NASA customer on the Marshall Engineering Technicians and Trades Support contract (METTS).

Responsibilities

• Plans and executes complex machining operations, selects appropriate feeds, speeds and tooling, and uses precision measuring instruments to achieve very close tolerances.
• Set up and operate machine tools (lathes, mills, grinders, jig borers).
• Plan and perform complex machining operations with precise multi-step setups.
• Install cutting tools and adjust guides, stops, tables, and controls.
• Determine proper feeds, speeds, tooling, and operation sequence from drawings.
• Measure machined parts with precision instruments and make adjustments to very close tolerances to achieve requisite dimensions.
• Select coolants, cutting oils, and perform tool dressing as needed.
• Fabricate, repair, and finish metal parts, gauges, dies, and fixtures.

Requirements

• Expertise with machines such as engine lathes, milling machines, grinders, and jig borers, and the ability to interpret drawings, blueprints, and layouts.
• Extensive knowledge of machine shop and tool room practice usually acquired through considerable on-the-job training and experience.
• Familiarity with tool dressing, coolants, and cutting/lubricating oils.

Preferred Experience/Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/IT Skills/Certifications

• Experience operating CNC Lathe or CNC Mill.
• Strong communication skillset.

Work Environment

Machine Shop, Laboratory, test environments, test stands, possible confined spaces. Loud/Noisy space.

Physical Environment/Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation)

• Must be able to bend, stoop or lift occasionally with or without reasonable accommodation.

Other

• This position is subject to a pre-employment background check.
• The need for these screenings is determined based on the outcomes of the Safety, Health, and Environmental Job Assessment Questionnaire.
• Other: This position is subject to a pre-employment background check. Must meet eligibility for a Public Trust background investigation for government issues credentials and IT access/applicants must be able to pass a security background check per Redstone Arsenal/MSFC requirements.
• You will be required to provide two (2) forms of Federal I9 documents.
• You will be required to provide a REAL ID compliant identification to gain access to RSA and MSFC.
• Your name must match on both forms of ID, be original (no copies/digital), and be unexpired.
• RSi is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, as such we take our responsibility as an equal employment opportunity employer seriously. As an equal opportunity employer and federal contractor committed to building an inclusive workplace. We consider all qualified applicants and employees for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We also provide reasonable accommodation(s) to qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, as required by law.
• If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact HR@team-rsi.com.