CNC Mill Machinist - First Shift

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory•Laurel, MD

12h•Onsite

About The Position

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (JHU APL) is seeking a highly skilled and motivated CNC Machinist to join their team. This role is crucial in manufacturing next-generation spacecraft, undersea hardware, shipboard test systems, and communication components. The machinist will be part of a multi-disciplinary fabrication team supporting programs from R&D prototypes to flight hardware that meet AS9100 standards. This position offers opportunities to work with 3-axis and/or multi-axis CNC milling machines and routers, explore sophisticated programming, fabricate complex hardware, and work with a wide range of materials including composites, aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, refractory metals, and experimental alloys. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with opportunities for overtime.

Requirements

A High School diploma or equivalent.
5+ years of experience with set-up, programming, and operation of CNC machining equipment.
Experience with CAD/CAM programming software, Mastercam preferred.
Proficiency in operating general computer functions such as email, file directories, and other web-based applications and programs such as; Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.
Functional understanding of programming language (G-Code/Heindenhain).
Proven experience with set-up, programming, and operation of vertical or multi-axis CNC milling machines.
Experience with conventional manual milling machines.
Experience interpreting blueprints that use Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
Ability to inspect hardware using common measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, gauge pins, thread gauges, indicators, height gauges, etc.)
Ability to acquire an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately acquire a Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship

Nice To Haves

Experience in Multi-Axis machining, including simultaneous toolpathing
Experience in MasterCam (2024+) programming software
Familiarity with Mazak, DMG-Mori (Siemens), Haas, or Heidenhain CNC controls
Leadership and/or operations management experience
Track record of quoting/estimating work
Degrees/Certifications in relevant manufacturing subject areas
A current security clearance at the Secret or Top-Secret level

Responsibilities

Setting-up, programming, maintenance, and operation of CNC and conventional milling machines for end-to-end manufacturing with minimal direction.
Analyze and interpreting solid models and blueprints to meet customer specifications, applying skills in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
Performing in-process inspection using precision measuring instruments (i.e., I.D and O.D.Micrometers, calipers, height gauges, etc.) to verify that customer hardware specifications and tolerances are met as well as coordinating inspection with our quality assurance section.
Communicating and engaging with engineers and designers to collaborate about complex designs and provide fabrication insight to ensure project success.
Achieving and maintaining proficiency with all applicable quality processes associated with assigned work.
Monitoring and recording duration of work performed in our ERP system in accordance with business and Quality procedures.
Performing other duties as assigned.