Machinist III

RTX • Colorado Springs, CO

1d • $21 - $39 • Onsite

About The Position

This position is in a machine shop environment and requires a team-oriented individual who will set up and operate CNC lathe and mill machinery. You will also support various processes to produce parts for the aerospace industry.

Requirements

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US) or vocational/ technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

• Operate single turret or twin spindle CNC Lathe Machines with Live Tooling capabilities.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings as well as understand basic work instructions for product fabrication
• General knowledge, skills, and understanding with hand and power tools to include, rotary tooling, sanding devices, manual deburring tools, wrenches, etc.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Basic PC skills for data entry, timecard and production time entries
• Proficiency with precision measuring and fixed gauge equipment (micrometers, calipers, electronic height gauges, etc.)
• Intermediate knowledge of shop math skills.
• Experience operating CNC lathes and mills in a manufacturing machinery environment.

Responsibilities

• Operation of CNC lathes (primarily), provide backup operations on CNC mills and other manual equipment.
• You will be expected to set-up and run machines on a wide variety of operations involving multiple machines that convert raw materials to precision semi-finished goods within print tolerance specification.
• Make offset adjustments as needed to maintain engineering specifications.
• You will be required to obtain Certified Operator certification through on-the-job training & testing.
• Maintain proper condition of measuring instruments
• Maintain proper cutting conditions on machining centers
• Meet or exceed required output hours
• Use fixtures or gauges to verify accomplish dimensional checks.
• Performs other duties as required and available for overtime as necessary.
• Communicate with co-workers and supervisors to coordinate activities.

Benefits

• Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
• Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

What This Job Offers

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