CNC Machinist 1st shift

LeidosHuntsville, AL
Onsite

About The Position

Leidos is seeking a talented CNC Machinist 1st shift to join their Mechanical Manufacturing team in Huntsville, AL. The ideal candidate will have experience in programming, setup, and operation of a variety of machine tools including CNC Mills and CNC Lathes. This role will work on different projects in an ever changing, rapid paced R&D environment with little or no assistance. Leidos Defense Systems Sector / Manufacturing provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions.

Requirements

  • High School diploma/GED
  • At least 3 years of precision machining experience on CNC Mills & CNC Lathes.
  • Ability to lift a minimum of 35+ pounds unassisted.
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time.
  • Ability to work overtime when required.
  • Must be a US Citizen and possess or meet the eligibility to obtain (and be able to maintain) a Secret Clearance.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in the manufacturing of complex aerospace components from exotic materials, such as Titanium.
  • 5-axis and/or mill-turn experience.
  • 5 axis machining experience with Fanuc, Siemens 840D controls and MAPS programming.
  • (2) two years of 2D & 3D experience with a CAM software tool.
  • SURFCAM, Edgecam or Catia experience.
  • Experience machining in a prototype environment.

Responsibilities

  • Read engineering drawings and CAD models to produce unique precision parts.
  • Program, set up, and operate a variety of machine tools including CNC Mills and CNC Lathes.
  • Manufacture complex aerospace components from exotic materials, such as Titanium (a plus).
  • Perform 5-axis and/or mill-turn operations (a plus).
  • Work on different projects in an ever changing, rapid paced R&D environment with little or no assistance.

Benefits

  • Innovative solutions
  • Diverse and talented people
  • Customer’s success
  • Empowered teams
  • Community contribution
  • Sustainable operations
  • Commitment to do the right thing
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