Machinist

Come and join the Applied Composites team. We are a leading provider of complex composite components, assemblies, engineering and tooling to the aerospace, defense and space system markets. Our employees are treated with respect and given the support, knowledge, and resources they need to thrive. If you are looking for a company that values and develops its employees while offering engaging work, Applied Composites may be the place for you.

Responsibilities

• Operate a 5-axis CNC machine
• Run CNC programs to produce tools & parts to dimensional/tolerance requirements
• Participate in brainstorming / problem solving with Engineering & Production personnel to solve related problems
• Perform preventative maintenance to equipment
• Recommend new technologies for continuous improvement
• Follow Standard Industrial practices for working with composites & other materials
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• 2-3 years of relevant work experience
• Secondary Certificate/High School Diploma or equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience that will allow successful performance of job expectations
• Previous CNC programming experience preferred
• Understanding of material properties & characteristics
• Working knowledge of various measuring gages: micrometers, pin gages, dial indicator, screw pitch gage, height gage, and comparator stand/gage
• Advanced Computer Knowledge
• Ability to do trigonometry and geometrical math computations
• Ability to interact effectively with customers, peers, management, manufacturing personnel, and both technical and non-technical people
• Experience in laminating Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Kevlar, or other composite material preferred
• This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• Accident insurance
• Critical illness insurance
• Basic and supplemental life insurance
• Employee assistance plan
• Retirement savings and matching
• Tuition reimbursement and other developmental opportunities