Lathe Machinist
About The Position
Developing mission-critical systems that help keep people safe is what we do. At General Dynamics Mission Systems, you’ll be part of the team that helps heroes make a true impact. The work we do is important. The challenges we face are career-defining. The opportunity we can offer is one-of-a-kind. We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers’ missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between. THIS IS A WEEKEND SHIFT POSITION (FRI - SUN, 6:00AM - 6:30PM) ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES: As a Machinist for General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) Precision Structures & Optics (PSO) located in Cullman, AL, you’ll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for manufacturing Beryllium products for use in the most demanding applications, across the aerospace, defense, and nuclear industries. Our products are used in high performance sensing systems for targeting and acquisition, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions, and are hardened for the battlefield environment.
Requirements
- Technical Certificate plus 4 years or equivalent experience is required.
- CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in the manufacture of tight tolerance, complex geometry precision products, particularly within an aerospace or medical component machine shop
- Ability to work from blueprints, advanced drawings, process sheets and sketches to perform machining operations with precision, quality, and safety
- Analytical and problem-solving skills; able to troubleshoot and resolve issues in a quick, effective manner
- People who are detail-oriented and strive for perfection
- Strong interpersonal skills to cooperate and work effectively with others
- Maintaining a high level of craftsmanship
- Ability to find safe, effective, and economical ways to improve productivity
- Driven and motivated, willingness to go beyond normal scope of position when requested
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate CNC machines to produce precision parts
- Select and install appropriate cutting tools, fixtures, and machine attachments
- Load programs into CNC machines and make necessary code edits
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and GD&T
- Understand tolerances, material specs, and critical dimensions
- Modify existing CNC programs using G-Code
- Recommend tooling and programming improvements to increase efficiency and reduce scrap
- Follow all safety procedures and use PPE
- Work with engineers, quality inspectors, and supervisors to solve machining issues
- Communicate effectively during shift handovers and team meetings
- Contribute to continuous improvement efforts
Benefits
- An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning a development
- Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
- Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
- Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health and wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
