Machinist/Technician (Engineering Technician IV)

Systems Application & Technologies

107d • $31

About The Position

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH) is a progressive and well-established Department of Defense (DoD) contractor specializing in Range operations and maintenance (O&M); weapons testing; facilities management; aerial, ground and seaborne targets O&M; technical, logistics and other engineering support; systems integration; electronics and communications maintenance services; and a growing cybersecurity business. We are highly focused and, among other efforts, currently operate a dozen active test and/or training ranges for the Army, Air Force and Navy. Our 35-year heritage is founded on supporting complex and diverse DoD programs and we've developed a standout reputation for providing the highest quality services, superior workmanship and cost-effective results while achieving complete customer satisfaction. SA-TECH has supported all instrumentation efforts of the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) Prototyping, Instrumentation, and Experimentation (PIE) Group and the Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division (NAWCWD) Airborne Instrumentation Systems Division (AISD) since September 2015 through two consecutive contract awards. Our support encompasses the full spectrum of instrumentation from design (engineering and drafting) to fabrication and installation, to the day-to-day support (calibration, preflight support for Test/Evaluation, post-flight support). The breadth of customers that PIE supports ranges from U.S. DoD and partner nations to the occasional support of commercial projects for industry partners as well as the entertainment industry. Work is performed at three geographically-separated locations: Patuxent River, Maryland; China Lake, California; and Point Mugu, California. SA-TECH is currently seeking to hire a Machinist/Technician (Engineering Technician IV) to serve as a mid-level technician in the Machine Shop for our Advanced Packaging Support Department, supporting engineers and machine shop personnel in the mechanical fabrication, mechanical assembly, test and installation of prototype parts used in aircraft systems.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required
• At least nine (9) years of experience performing relevant duties with at least five (5) years of machine operating experience
• A minimum of one to three (1-3) years of set up experience
• Two (2) years of CNC programming experience
• Fluent understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Able to read and interpret mechanical blueprints, drawings, and 3-D models
• Able to use basic measuring tools such as micrometers, gauges, calipers, etc.
• Experience with conventional machines
• Current Driver's License required
• U.S. Citizenship required and ability to obtain a U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance prior to hire date

Responsibilities

• Program and set up CNC mills and lathes
• Operate CNC mills, lathes, and band saws
• Operate conventional equipment such as bench grinders, hand tools, deburr equipment, etc.
• Read and interpret blueprints for inspecting parts
• Use measuring instruments such as micrometers, height gauges, calipers, gauge pins and thread gauges
• Clean, sort and organize
• Perform minor assembly work including helicoils, nut plates, nuts, bolts, etc.
• Provide technical guidance to lower-level technicians
• Participate in planning for manufacturing or repair items by determining facilities, equipment, material and number and type of personnel required

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• EAP
• Education Assistance
• PTO and Holidays
• Vacation and Sick Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: High school or GED