Machinist I

About the role

The Machinist I will perform alteration tasks on civil aviation articles in accordance with current technical data provided in manufacturers’ Instructions for Continued Airworthiness, Service Bulletins, service letters, Airworthiness Directives, government and industry standard practices, and other data acceptable to or approved by the FAA. The machinist will also develop, duplicate, and manufacture tooling equipment as required.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize components for repairs to ensure delivery requirements are met on time.
• Apply specialty coatings to aviation components as required.
• Ensure up-to-date knowledge of all tools and proper use of equipment within assigned area of responsibility.
• Document maintenance records of all repair work orders performed.
• Utilize precision measuring equipment daily.
• Weld utilizing ARC, MIG, and TIG.
• Operate an oxygen/acetylene torch.
• Operate a plasma torch.
• Develop and duplicate tooling using engineering drawings.
• Maintain inventory supplies for daily operation.
• Inspect work completed on aviation components.
• Operate manual lathe machines.
• Operate manual milling machines.
• Operate cut-off saws.
• Operate band saws.
• Operate bench grinders.
• Operate belt sanders.
• Operate drill presses.
• Operate the forklift as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent.
• 2 years of machinist experience.
• Flexible to changing workloads/priorities based on customer requirements.
• Maintain an orderly and productive work environment.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of quality.
• Basic computer operating skills (Word).

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year of welding experience.

The selected applicant will be subject to a background check and drug testing.