TACOM (RRAD): Machinist (Contingency)

KBR•New Boston, TX

About The Position

The Machinist serves as an Automotive Machinist supporting the U.S. Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command (TACOM). The role sets up and operates machine tools to fabricate, modify, or repair metal and non-metal parts used in TACOM-supported systems and equipment. It produces precision components to tight tolerances, supports maintenance and overhaul activities, and ensures parts meet technical and quality specifications. The work may include manufacturing, repairing, or modifying parts as needed. This position is contingent upon contract award. The machinist works with engine components and parts for gasoline, multi-fuel, and diesel engines used in combat, general-purpose, and special-support vehicles and equipment. The role assesses component serviceability, determines whether items are usable as is, salvageable, or economically repairable, and performs repairs and assembly. It also provides journeyman oversight and instruction to lower-grade workers.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Five years of machining experience or comparable training with certification.
Working knowledge of manual machining processes.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
Proficiency using precision measuring instruments.
Knowledge of machining practices, tooling, and materials.
Ability to perform work in physically demanding environments.
Ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. Government security clearance, as required.
U.S. citizenship required.

Nice To Haves

Supplemental technical or vocational training.
CNC experience.
Previous experience supporting DoD, Army, or TACOM programs.
Prior government contracting experience.

Responsibilities

Machine and grind engine parts, including crankshafts, camshafts, flywheels, and blocks, for combat, general-purpose, and special-support vehicles.
Make initial serviceability determinations for components used in gasoline, multi-fuel, and diesel engines and equipment.
Evaluate components using precision gauging of critical dimensions and pressure tests for cracks; determine whether items are usable as is, salvageable, or economically repairable.
Determine work procedures, select tools, lay out work, and operate a variety of machine tools.
Work with metals including steel, cast iron, brass, copper, and aluminum.
Use precision gauges, test stands, fixtures, and diagnostic equipment to verify dimensions, locate cracks, and identify leaks in accordance with applicable technical and quality requirements.
Perform serviceability determinations for engine components such as blocks, camshafts, tappets, rocker-arm assemblies, cylinders, manifolds, pulley and damper assemblies, gear sets, and clutch disks.
Provide journeyman oversight and instruction to lower-grade workers performing measurements, examinations, cleaning, repair, and assembly.
As required, assemble rocker-arm assemblies, manifolds, pulley and damper assemblies, and timing gears; install freezing plugs, studs, bushings, and bearings; and fit pistons to cylinders.
Perform other duties as assigned.