Machinist 3 - 2nd Shift

Northrop Grumman•Commerce, CA

2d•$61,100 - $101,800•Onsite

About The Position

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a Machinist Level 3 located in Commerce, CA, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. Our Commerce, CA site is in search of Machinist 3 to join our growing team on 2nd shift – 2:15pm – 11:45pm ( 9/80 schedule).

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and 4 yrs of additional education and/or related experience 4 additional years of experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
CNC 5-axis machining experience required
Experience with composite, honeycomb, and aluminum materials, forging and all hard metals such as stainless steel and titanium.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, production specifications, production diagrams, assembly drawings, and technical specifications
Experience with GD&T
Experience in following written set-up instructions and /or performing unique set-ups
Experience in complex measurements and advanced shop math calculations relative to tolerances, dimensions, tooling, and feeds and speeds
Experience running machines and setup

Nice To Haves

Associates degree or Trade School certification w/ minimum 5 years of experience.
Experience with HAAS GM2 5-Axis Controller
Demonstrated ability to resolve unforeseen, unique issues as they arise in machining a part.
Ability to understand verbal and written work instructions with knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and disciplines.
Ability to work flexible hours, overtime, and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

Sets up and run multiple production machines (5-Axis CNC mills, Lathes)
Executing advanced milling operations such as compound angle cuts, contouring, boring angular holes, helical and spiral milling, serrating, and cutting gears, splines, honing, and keyways
Interpreting blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications; using hand tools and precision measuring instruments; performing standard shop calculations; and marking out stock material for machining
Performs machine operations (including reworking parts) such as cutting, shaping, deburring, forming, drilling, and reaming parts
Performs machine operations where the materials, tooling, and sequence of operations have been pre-planned and established
Makes necessary machine adjustments and reports improper machine functioning or cutting action for correction
Aligns and fastens work using standard fixtures and established methods
Installs and adjusts cutting tools consistent with type and size of material being machined
Follows established manufacturing methods using standard production machines, materials, and tooling
Adjusts feeds, speeds, and depth of cut to machine quality parts, per documentation
Inspects parts for conformance to specifications using measuring instruments such as gages, calipers, micrometers and comparators
Routinely maintains equipment to ensure cleanliness, accuracy, and reliability specific to division requirements