Machinist V - Prototype

BAE Systems•Boulder, CO

4d•$75,998 - $121,597•Onsite

About The Position

BAE Space and Mission Systems (SMS) is seeking a skilled machinist with advanced programming and inspection experience to join their high-precision machine shop. This role offers a unique 3-day work week schedule, providing an opportunity for better work-life balance and contributing to a more sustainable future. The Operations Strategic Capabilities Unit is fundamental to enabling efficient business and program execution, including strategic capital investments, industrial operations, supply chain, manufacturing, test operations, and facilities management.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent plus 4 years or more related experience.
Each higher-level related degree, i.e., Bachelor’s or Master’s, may substitute for two years of related experience. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
Experienced machinist with a background in aerospace, tooling, and high-precision prototype manufacturing.
Advanced proficiency in Mastercam programming for milling, create and modify Mastercam programs, including complex 2D and 3D toolpaths, using CAD models and engineering drawings.
Excellent GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) inspection interpretation skills, conduct self-inspection and first article verification to ensure part compliance before release to our Quality Assurance team.
Collaborate with engineers, planners, and quality personnel to refine processes and resolve manufacturing challenges.
Experience operating multi-axis machines, specifically our DMG CMX-50 machine.
Deep understanding of feeds, speeds, cutter geometry, and material behavior.
Must be able to lift & carry 50 pounds.
An appreciation for demanding critically tolerance parts to fully support our ever-increasing customer base.
A customer driven mindset for their on-time delivery requirements.
Ability to work independently or with little supervision.

Nice To Haves

12 years or more related experience job shop machining with metals A-Z and plastics.

Responsibilities

Program, setup and operate DMG CMX-50U.
Advanced proficiency in Mastercam programming for milling, create and modify Mastercam programs, including complex 2D and 3D toolpaths, using CAD models and engineering drawings.
Ability to collaborate and work in a team environment and to work independently or with little supervision.
Review and interpret electronic build documents for machining requirements including thorough knowledge of GD&T engineering. Solid models (CAD) provided for all builds.
Design and fabricate basic to complex holding fixtures for standard and irregular configurations.
Use basic inspection equipment to check parts per ANSI Y14.5. We are an AS9100 accredited manufacturing facility.
Maintain required electronic build records and process logs, records, and reports in accordance with company policies/procedures and government regulations.
May be utilized for working peer support relating to the machining and fabrication of complex hardware.
Will assist in manufacturing process planning and estimating.
Interact appropriately with others to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
Perform other duties as necessary.