Machinist III

Amentum•Houston, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Machinist III will plan, layout, machine and assemble to precision tolerances parts and tools designed to meet exacting standards and specifications consisting of mechanical or specialty apparatus. This role involves setting and operating a variety of machining equipment such as engine and bench lathes, vertical and horizontal milling machines, job borers, grinders, hones, gear cutters, and drill presses, to fully utilize all functions of the machines. The Machinist III will plan and determine the sequence of machining operations, number of cuts required to obtain required finishes and tolerances, determine cutting tools to be used and method of holding and aligning work. They will make complete layout on parts involving compound angles and exacting mating part work, to check for sufficient stock and for reference during machining. This role requires the ability to set up machines to completely and independently perform any operations within their capacity, and to select, mount, and align various specialized machine attachments and standard or improvised tooling. The Machinist III will determine, set, and adjust machine speeds, feeds and depth of cut, and select, mount, and fasten cutting tools for specified finish and best performance consistent with the type of material being machined. They will check their own machine set up and parts run for conformance to blueprint specifications and grind their own tool bits and drills. Work is performed from detailed drawings, templates, sketches, assembly blueprints, or oral instructions. This role offers technical direction to customers on pre-fabrication reviews, modifications, or repairs. The Machinist III will operate machines to perform typical operations such as chasing all types of single and multiple external tapers; turning, boring, reaming, facing, slotting, etc., for any type of machine fit; machining parts involving compound angles or concentric and coordinated concave or convex surfaces to exacting tolerances. Ability to program and operate in at least one CNC language is required. This role also includes training less experienced machinists and general inspection of work. Maintaining a clean and organized work area, organizing and properly storing inventory, materials, and safety equipment, and using lift equipment as required are also responsibilities. This is a CBA union position.

Requirements

Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 12 years of machinist experience.
Familiarity in at least one CNC programming language.
Proficient with standard concepts, practices, and procedures.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to follow set procedures and standards.
Apply basic mathematical skills.
Plan and work selecting proper tools.
Compare and understand differences in the size, shape, and form or lines, figures, and objects.
Follow written and oral directions, plans and blueprints.
Picture and evaluate solid objects from drawings or diagrams using standards that can be measured or checked.
Recognize and report safety hazards.
Must be able to work in a fast paced team environment.
Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in the programming of CNC Mills and Lathes with CAD CAM is a plus; ProE, GibbsCAM, or Conversational CNC with multi axis programming.
Experience on the following machine tool types: HAAS Machining Centers, Hurco Machining Centers, Servo, Mazak Machining Centers.
Experience with Horizontal multi axis or Vertical with 4th axis rotation with setup and tooling knowledge.
Overhead crane experience.
Handling of NASA flight hardware.

Responsibilities

Plan, layout, machine and assemble to precision tolerances parts and tools designed to meet exacting standards and specifications consisting of mechanical or specialty apparatus.
Set and operate a variety of machining equipment such as engine and bench lathes, vertical and horizontal milling machines, job borers, grinders, hones, gear cutters, and drill presses, to fully utilize all functions of the machines.
Plan and determine the sequence of machining operations, number of cuts required to obtain required finishes and tolerances, determine cutting tools to be used and method of holding and aligning work.
Make complete layout on parts involving compound angles and exacting mating part work, to check for sufficient stock and for reference during machining.
Set up machines to completely and independently perform any operations within their capacity.
Select mount and align various specialized machine attachments and standard or improvised tooling.
Determine, set, and adjust machine speeds, feeds and depth of cut.
Select, mount, and fasten cutting tools for specified finish and best performance consistent with the type of material being machined.
Check own machine set up and parts run for conformance to blueprint specifications.
Grind own tool bits and drills.
Work from detailed drawings, templates, sketches, assembly blueprints, or oral instructions.
Offers technical direction to customers on pre-fabrication reviews, modifications, or repairs.
Operate the machines to perform such typical operations as chasing all types of single and multiple external tapers; turning, boring, reaming, facing, slotting, etc., for any type of machine fit; machining parts involving compound angles or concentric and coordinated concave or convex surfaces to exacting tolerances.
Ability to program and operate in at least one CNC language.
Train less experienced machinists; general inspection of work.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Organize and properly store inventory, materials, and safety equipment.
Use of lift equipment as required.
Perform related duties as required.
Performs routine and/or non-routine skilled work, relies on experience and judgment to plan and execute tasks.
Must be able to wear steel toed shoes.
Will be required to participate in hearing loss prevention program.
Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.
Must be able to work in a team atmosphere.
Must put forward a professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation.
Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.