Fabrication Shop CNC Operator

American Systems•Indian Head, MD

16h•$79,500 - $132,800•Onsite

About The Position

The W37 Machine Shop manufactures prototypes and test apparatus hardware supporting Joint, Interservice and service-specific experiments, assessments and demonstrations. The Engineering Technician will support all aspects of the manufacturing process including design for manufacturability analysis and administrative record keeping.

Requirements

A minimum of a current SECRET Clearance is required
A minimum of 5 years of manufacturing training or similar industrial experience.
Experience in: Setting up and operating both CNC and manual machine tools, including lathes, mills, laser etchers, waterjets and EDM machines, to produce high-quality prototype parts.
Fabricating, modifying, and assembling prototype components from a variety of materials, including metals (aluminum, steel, titanium) and plastics.
Performing in-process and final inspections using precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, CMM) to ensure parts meet strict tolerance and quality standards.
Working directly with the engineering and design teams to provide feedback on part manufacturability, suggest design improvements, and troubleshoot issues.
Ability to lift 50lbs

Nice To Haves

This role requires a high degree of precision, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret a technical data package (Drawings, CAD Models, sketches).

Responsibilities

Setting up and operating a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments
Working closely with engineers and designers to bring new concepts to life
Fabricating, modifying, and repairing prototype components.
Setting up and operating both CNC and manual machine tools, including lathes, mills, laser etchers, waterjets and EDM machines, to produce high-quality prototype parts.
Fabricating, modifying, and assembling prototype components from a variety of materials, including metals (aluminum, steel, titanium) and plastics.
Performing in-process and final inspections using precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, CMM) to ensure parts meet strict tolerance and quality standards.
Working directly with the engineering and design teams to provide feedback on part manufacturability, suggest design improvements, and troubleshoot issues.