Jr. Machinist (Day Shift)
About The Position
Aether Aerospace is hiring a full-time, permanent Machinist in Hollywood, Maryland. The role is for a precision-focused machinist who can work in a fast-paced team environment and contribute to critical programs while developing technical expertise. The day shift runs from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Friday. The start date is immediate. The machinist programs, sets up, and operates CNC lathes and milling machines, uses CAM software, and operates general shop equipment. The role includes interpreting drawings and blueprints, selecting tooling, planning work sequences, designing fixtures and work-holding, measuring and inspecting parts, and supporting quality requirements for AS9100 projects. The machinist also operates a CNC waterjet, maintains tooling and equipment, completes required documentation, and helps maintain a safe, clean workstation. Parts may require tolerances as tight as +/- 0.0005. Hardware installation and CNC press brake operation are a plus.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 1 year of relevant experience.
- Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
- Proficiency with SolidWorks or Inventor.
- Excellent coordination and mechanical skills.
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and safety.
- Solid written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong computer skills.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive tasks.
- Ability to work with little supervision and in a team environment.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to provide constructive alternatives or approaches to solving issues.
- Flexibility and a strong sense of urgency for critical tasks.
- Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously while managing schedules and communicating processes.
Nice To Haves
- Hardware installation experience.
- CNC press brake operation experience.
Responsibilities
- Program, set up, and operate CNC live-tool lathes.
- Program, set up, and operate 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC milling machines.
- Set up and operate general shop equipment, including shears, drill presses, manual mills, and lathes.
- Program CNC machines using CAM software.
- Review drawings, instructions, and blueprints.
- Take precise measurements using calipers, height gauges, gauge pins, and other measurement tools to ensure quality.
- Select appropriate tooling to complete tasks.
- Plan the proper sequence of tasks to complete assignments.
- Design and create fixturing and work-holding for complex parts.
- Help maintain tooling inventory.
- Provide material sizes and run times for quoting purposes.
- Quality-check in-process parts to ensure they meet specifications.
- Identify the need for and perform machine maintenance and minor repairs.
- Maintain a safe and clean workstation.
- Contribute to team efforts by completing related tasks as needed.
- Operate a CNC waterjet to cut raw stock.
- Understand requirements for AS9100 projects and complete documentation to ensure AS9100 procedures are followed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
