Machinist

About the role

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high‑resolution surveillance systems. Under general supervision with general instruction, this position is responsible for performing moderately complex functions related to machine tools, including planning, laying out work, setting up, and operating all types of lathes, mills, or grinders to machine or grind developmental, production, or maintenance parts to exacting tolerances and dimensions.

Responsibilities

• Review engineering drawings from sketches, graphic illustrations, or verbal/written correspondence to plan sequence of operations; interpret angular and linear dimensions.
• Determine cutting or grinding tools to be used, method of holding, and machine speeds and feeds; improvise and adapt standard tooling.
• Perform typical operations such as turning, facing, boring, chamfering, turning tapers, drilling, grooving, reaming, machining compound angles, multiple angles, radii, splines, serrations, and keyways.
• Perform all types of helical and spiral milling, drilling, reaming, boring, tapping, slotting, and dovetailing on ferrous and non‑ferrous metals and their alloys.
• Operate and/or set up any horizontal or vertical lathe, milling machine, or grinding machine; may operate computer numerically controlled (CNC) machines.
• Lift up to 50 lb., cut, load, and secure raw stock into machining equipment as required.
• Grind own cutting tools, drills, and bits.
• Perform preventive maintenance on machines as needed.
• Observe all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations whenever business is conducted on behalf of the company.
• Work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

• Typically requires an associate’s degree, technical/trade school training, or equivalent, plus four or more years of related experience; additional experience may substitute for formal education.
• Customer‑focused with the ability to perform non‑routine or moderately complex set‑up and fabrication of machined parts with little direction.
• Strong knowledge of machining equipment, including the use of judgment and safe practices.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, sketches, verbal and written instructions.
• Skill in maintaining workflow within the unit using independent judgment to solve non‑routine problems and recommend solutions.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills for interfacing with employees and management; basic computer skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment; willingness to work extended hours as required.

Schedule

2nd shift: 3 pm – 12:30 am.

Pay

Full‑time hourly salary range: $51,030 – $75,855.