Machinist Assembler Precision

About the role

Boeing Test and Evaluation (BT&E) is seeking multiple Machinist Assemblers Precision to join our Machinist departments in either Seattle, WA or Tukwila, WA.

Responsibilities

• Perform bench work (e.g., drilling, honing, tapping, reaming) on production and experimental parts, as required
• Assemble parts using rivets and bolts with correct tools such as rivet squeeze, lock bolt puller, rivet gun and bucking bar, power screwdriver, or ratchet per engineering requirements
• Lay-out, plan and sequence machining operation
• Analyze and interpret drawings, sketches, blueprints and verbal instructions to determine work to be performed on detailed precision parts (e.g., aircraft castings, fixtures, tools, shop aids)
• Use shop math, geometry and/or trig to calculate dimensions
• Determine/obtain raw material to be used (e.g., brass, aluminum, steel, composites, and wood) for machining or fabrication per drawing or customer requirements
• Set up operate and adjust all common machine tools (e.g., lathe, mill, bridgeport, electrical discharge machine (EDM), drill press) to accomplish work on precision assemblies
• Select machine to be used in machining process
• Check machine to be used for missing, loose, damaged equipment, check oil and coolant levels and fill, as required
• Write programs as required for multi axis machines
• Adjust machine settings (e.g., speeds and feeds) to correct machining problems or to prepare machine for next operation in sequence
• Select and check cutting tools per program or CNC documents
• Ensure cutters are the correct type, length, diameter, radius, and are in good condition
• Select machine accessories and holding devises (e.g., chucks, vises, turntables) Verify that apparatus is in good condition
• Select and check cutting tools per program or CNC documents
• Select machine accessories and holding devises (e.g., chucks, vises, turntables) Verify that apparatus is in good condition
• Verify that apparatus is in good condition
• Attach machine accessories, tools and shop aides using dial indicators, edge finders, wrenches, bolts, clamps, and overhead cranes
• Monitor machine during operation for unusual vibration or sounds, watch machine gauges and controller display or digital readout for warnings, visually check cutter path, clearance and chips to ensure smooth operation
• Check work with precision instruments (e.g., micrometers, dial indicators, height gauges) and ensure parts are free from defects (e.g., finish, dimensions, mismatch, tool marks) and complete per drawing, sketch or verbal instructions
• Assemble, fit, check, test of developmental machine parts and assemblies to customer specification
• Troubleshoot and test precision assemblies with working groups (e.g., engineering, production, inspection, manufacturing resource & development (MRD)) to resolve tooling/production problems
• Handle and dispose of hazardous materials (e.g., coolants, solvents) in approved manner (per Material Safety Data Sheets) using personal protective equipment, as required
• Maintain personal tool certifications, as required
• Able to use computers and knowledge and ability to use MSWord, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Must be willing to work variable shifts, including weekends and overtime; some positions may also be rotating shifts

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience with multiple Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and/or Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) applications (e.g. Mastercam, CATIA V5, Unigraphics, etc.)
• 1+ years of experience programing, setting-up and running lathes, grinders, mills, and Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines
• Experience reading G and M codes

Qualifications

• Completed training as a journeyman machinist
• Graduated from an Machinist Apprenticeship program or completed a Machining Certificate

Skills

• Ability to use computers and knowledge and ability to use MSWord, Excel, Outlook, etc.

Benefits

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options. This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Pay & Benefits

• Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
• The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

Summary

Pay Range: $33.32/hour to start for new union members, with potential to earn up to $61.01/hour, at max pay