Machinist III

Machines / fabricates prototype and replacement parts for equipment, machines and weapon systems of various types and alloys.

Responsibilities

• Makes repairs to machinery, mechanical equipment and/or optical equipment.
• Interprets verbal and written instructions and specifications;
• Lays out work, using a variety of machinist's hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Uses various design software such as Computer Numerical Control (CNC) and Computer-aided Manufacturing (CAM) software to model cutting paths and program tool changers.
• Programs, sets up and operates manual and CNC machine tools;
• Machines and shapes metal parts to close tolerances;
• Makes standard shop computations relating to dimensions of work, tooling, feeds, and speeds of machining.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the working properties of the common metals;
• Selects standard materials, parts, and equipment required for this work;
• Fitting and assembling parts into mechanical equipment and machines;
• Making all necessary adjustments to complete repairs.
• Programs mills and lathes by entering instructions, including zero and reference points;
• Sets tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches;
• Calculates requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry;
• Proves part programs;
• Maintains quality and safety standards;
• Keeps records;
• Maintains equipment and supplies.

Requirements

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have one of the following:
• Two years machinist Technical school degree and 7 years’ experience as a machine shop equipment operator or
• 9 years’ experience working in a machine shop environment with CNC machines.

Job Skills Requirements

• Must have the ability and understanding to read blueprints and interpret complex multi-view drawings.
• Must have experience designing 3D parts using CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, etc.).
• Must have experience with CAM software to program CNC machines (MasterCam, CAMWorks, etc.).
• Must have knowledge of G-Code, GBR, STL, and STEP files.
• Must know how to make changes to G-code to make small adjustments in CNC machining process.
• Must be able to program, set-up and operate manual and CNC equipment such as mills, lathes and plasma tables.
• Must be able to consider tools required to cut particular materials and program machines accordingly.
• Must have work experience operating and using precision measuring instruments common to the trade.

Physical Requirements

• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and physical and periodic retests.
• Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for work tasks assigned.
• Must be capable of working in extreme weather conditions including summer temperatures peaking around 120 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Must be capable of lifting 100lbs unassisted.
• Must be capable of working in outdoor weather conditions.
• Must be capable of frequent squatting, crouching, and stooping.
• Must be capable of kneeling, bending and standing while performing maintenance machinist duties.

Job Requirements

• Must be able to speak, write, read, and understand English.
• Must have a well-mannered customer service attitude.
• Must be willing to cross-train in other areas.
• Must be able and willing to work overtime when required.
• Must use “down-time” effectively to the benefit of test, self, and company.
• Must be punctual, responsible, and dependable.
• Must demonstrate motivation, initiative, and reliability.
• Must be adaptable, flexible, and able to adjust to new or changing instructions.
• Must have a demonstrated ability to follow instructions and company policy.
• Must be able to deliver quality products to the customer and be responsive to their needs.
• Must be safety and security conscious, complying with rules and policies.
• Must be able to work both as part of a team and independently.
• Must be able to work all shifts, weekends, holidays and overtime as needed, sometimes on short notice, to support test missions.
• Must possess a valid driver's license, without special restrictions.
• Must have dependable transportation and a dependable means of communication.

Additional Desirable Qualifications

• Work with tolerances down to 0.001%.
• Background in welding.
• Mechanical and structural engineering background.
• Knowledge and the ability to heat treat alloys to customer specifications.
• Experience using Rockwell hardness tester.

Terms of Employment & Eligibility Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a security clearance prior to employment and maintain security clearance for the duration of employment.
• Must be a current TRAX employee or affiliate subcontractor for internal postings.

Relevance of experience to be determined by hiring manager.