CNC Machinist

Karman Space & Defense•Salt Lake City, UT

3d•$22 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

Karman Space & Defense is hiring a CNC Machinist for its Tactical Missiles and Integrated Defense Systems business in Salt Lake City, Utah. The role operates and sets up CNC equipment to manufacture precision components for space and defense applications. The machinist works from engineering specifications, customer drawings, setup information, and manufacturing documentation; inspects components throughout production; and helps maintain the quality, productivity, and organization of the machine shop. The position is available at four job levels. CNC Machinist I requires at least 1 year of relevant shop experience and pays $22.00–$28.00. CNC Machinist II requires at least 2 years of relevant machining experience and pays $27.00–$34.00. CNC Machinist III requires at least 5 years of CNC machining experience in a precision manufacturing environment and pays $33.00–$40.00. CNC Machinist IV requires at least 7 years of relevant CNC machining experience and pays $39.00–$48.00. The position requires U.S. person status under U.S. export control laws, including U.S. citizens and nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees. Physical requirements include standing and walking for extended periods, occasionally using stairs, and lifting up to 40 pounds. Essential functions must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability to safely operate shop tools and equipment.
Ability to follow engineering specifications, customer drawings, and manufacturing instructions.
Ability to inspect machined components and identify dimensional or production concerns.
Strong attention to detail and communication skills, and commitment to producing quality work.
CNC Machinist I: minimum 1 year of relevant shop experience.
CNC Machinist II: minimum 2 years of relevant machining experience.
CNC Machinist III: minimum 5 years of CNC machining experience in a precision manufacturing environment.
CNC Machinist IV: minimum 7 years of relevant CNC machining experience.
U.S. person status under U.S. export control laws.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, occasionally use stairs, and lift up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience setting up and operating CNC lathes.
Experience with Mazak Integrex equipment.
Experience with Fanuc or Siemens CNC controls.
Experience across multiple CNC machining centers.
Experience with 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC machining centers.
Knowledge of G and M code and controller-based program edits.
Experience reading blueprints, engineering drawings, and computer-aided design (CAD) models.
Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) in accordance with ASME Y14.5.
Experience using precision inspection equipment, including micrometers, calipers, indicators, bore gauges, and height gauges.
Experience machining aerospace-grade materials such as Inconel, titanium, stainless steel, aluminum, and other high-strength alloys.

Responsibilities

Operate CNC machines to manufacture precision components according to engineering specifications, customer drawings, and production requirements.
Set up CNC machines, tooling, work holding, and related equipment as appropriate for assigned work.
Load and unload raw materials and machined components, and support shop activities including deburring and part handling.
Read and follow engineering drawings, customer specifications, setup information, and manufacturing documentation.
Perform in-process inspections and verify machined components meet dimensional and customer requirements.
Monitor machining operations to maintain quality, productivity, and process consistency.
Use shop tools, setup equipment, and measuring equipment appropriate to assigned machining work.
Maintain CNC equipment, tooling, shop supplies, and work areas.
Keep the machining area clean and organized and free from scrap and debris.