CNC Machinist 2nd Shift
About The Position
Leidos Defense Systems Colorado Manufacturing is seeking a CNC Machinist to join its team in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The role involves programming, setting up, and operating machine tools, primarily CNC lathes, with backup operation of CNC mills and other manual equipment. The machinist will run a variety of operations across multiple machines, converting raw materials into precision finished goods within print tolerances, and use fixtures or gauges to verify dimensions. The position supports defense manufacturing projects in a changing, fast-paced environment and may require working independently with little or no assistance. The role is on second shift, four days per week at 10 hours per shift. Flexibility to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime, including weekends, is required to support production schedules, customer commitments, and operational requirements. Applicants must meet U.S. citizenship and clearance requirements.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- 3–5 years of precision machining experience on CNC mills and CNC lathes.
- Intermediate shop math skills.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and understand basic work instructions for product fabrication.
- General knowledge and skills using hand and power tools, including deburring tools and wrenches.
- Proficiency with precision measuring and fixed-gauge equipment, such as micrometers, calipers, and electronic height gauges.
- Ability to lift at least 35 pounds unassisted.
- Ability to work overtime when required, including scheduled and unscheduled overtime and weekends.
- Ability to work full-time on second shift, four days per week at 10 hours per shift.
- U.S. citizenship and required clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Experience manufacturing large or complex aerospace components from exotic materials.
- Experience with 5-axis machining and/or mill-turn.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Basic PC skills for data entry, timecard, and production time entries.
Responsibilities
- Read and interpret engineering drawings.
- Operate CNC lathes primarily, and provide backup operation on CNC mills and other manual equipment.
- Set up and run machines across a wide variety of operations, including multiple machines, to produce precision finished goods from raw materials within print tolerances.
- Use fixtures or gauges to verify dimensions.
- Work on different projects in a rapidly changing environment, with little or no assistance.
- Perform other duties as required.
- Work overtime as necessary, including scheduled and unscheduled overtime and weekends.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
