Junior Machinist- 5 Axis CNC

CACI•Bethesda, MD

6d•$31

About The Position

CACI is seeking a Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machinist to provide technical support at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) Model Shop, fabricating prototype naval component scale models for research and development testing. The machinist will serve as a subject matter expert in CNC programming and fabrication, advising shop management, supervisors, and planners about the difficulty, complexity, and risks involved in fabricating potentially complex parts. The role involves machining model components with CNC and manual mills and lathes; programming, setting up, and operating 3-, 4-, or 5-axis CNC machines; and hand-finishing parts through contouring and polishing as needed. The machinist will collaborate with design engineers, recommend machining approaches and materials, share best practices, and read and interpret engineering drawings, CAD/CAM information, and tolerancing schemes including GD&T. This is a full-time, regular position in the Service Contract Act category. A Secret clearance is required to start or must be obtained and maintained. The position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. The minimum required hourly wage is $31.20; final compensation may depend on factors including location, experience, skills, education, and certifications.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
1–5 years of experience setting up, programming, editing, and operating CNC milling and lathe machines.
Experience machining metals such as aluminum and stainless steel, as well as other materials.
Experience with the design process and mechanical assembly.
Ability to read and interpret drawings and blueprints.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.
Effective verbal and written communication in English.
Basic MS Windows skills.
Ability to perform basic mathematical computations and apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to move or transfer products with an overhead crane and lift 50 pounds when required.
Ability to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms regularly.
Close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Active DoD Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

Machine model components using CNC and manual mills and lathes.
Program, set up, and operate 3-, 4-, or 5-axis CNC machines.
Hand-finish parts as required using contouring and polishing.
Collaborate with design engineers, recommend machining approaches and materials, and share best practices as a machining subject matter expert.
Advise shop management, supervisors, and planners on the difficulty, complexity, and risks of fabricating potentially complex parts.
Read and interpret engineering drawings, CAD/CAM information, and tolerancing schemes, including GD&T.