Machinist A - 3rd Shift

L3Harris Technologies • Huntsville, AL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Machinist A sets up and operates a variety of machine tools, including lathes, milling machines, precision grinders, and other equipment, to produce parts, mechanisms, tools, or machines to exacting tolerances and dimensions. The role fabricates and inspects parts according to work instructions, drawings, and specifications, and uses, adjusts, cleans, and stores tools and equipment appropriately. The position is located at the AMF North Location in Huntsville, Alabama, and works a third-shift 4/10 schedule: 10-hour days, four days per week.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 0 to 3 years of prior related experience.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Trade school certification or state-licensed Journeyman Machinist certification.
• Manual machining experience.
• Working knowledge of setting up and operating milling machines and lathes.
• Working knowledge of engineering drawings, blueprints, production plans, and work instructions.
• Working knowledge of in-process inspection of finished parts using appropriate inspection and gauging equipment.
• Knowledge of industry-applicable laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations.
• Knowledge of machine tools and equipment, machine shop procedures and practices, and machining principles and properties.
• Proficiency in basic mathematical principles used to solve machining-related problems.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and interact with employees at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Interpret blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications to determine operation sequences, cuts, and setup arrangements.
• Use machinist hand tools and precision measuring instruments, perform shop computations, and assemble precision parts.
• Fabricate piece parts according to work instructions, drawings, and specifications using required machine tools.
• Inspect piece parts according to work instructions and drawing requirements.
• Set up and operate machine tools.
• Use, adjust, clean, and properly store tools, machinery, and equipment.
• Maintain records and reports related to equipment usage.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Be able to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED