Jr. Machinist (Night Shift)
About The Position
Aether Aerospace is seeking a Jr. Machinist for its Hollywood, Maryland location. This full-time, permanent role is for a detail-oriented machinist who values precision and craftsmanship and wants to contribute to critical programs while developing technical expertise. The position works a night schedule of 2 p.m. to 1 a.m., Monday through Thursday (four 10-hour shifts). The start date is immediate. The Jr. Machinist programs, sets up, and operates CNC turning and milling equipment and other shop machinery; produces parts to specified tolerances; performs in-process quality checks; and follows AS9100 documentation procedures. The role also involves preparing workholding and tooling, supporting quoting, maintaining equipment and a safe, clean workstation, and collaborating with the team. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of relevant experience. Candidates must be able to obtain a Secret clearance and lift up to 50 pounds.
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 fast-paced team environment.
- Ability to provide constructive alternatives or approaches to solving issues.
- Ability to be flexible and maintain a strong sense of urgency for critical tasks.
- Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, manage schedules effectively, and communicate process.
Nice To Haves
- Hardware installation experience.
- CNC press brake operator 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 similar tools to ensure quality.
- Select appropriate tooling for each task.
- Plan the proper sequence of tasks to complete assignments.
- Design and create fixturing and workholding 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.
- Produce parts with tolerances as low as +/- .0005.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
