Machinist First Shift- Millennium Space Systems
About The Position
Millennium Space Systems, a part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), is a fast, agile small satellite company focused on national security space. Our missions have direct impact to global security, like missile warning and Earth observation. Our team is curious, bold and innovative. We take risks, innovate and explore new techniques and technologies. We influence change because we challenge the status quo. And when we watch our satellites launch, we know each one of us made it happen. The Machinist is responsible for an assigned major experimental, developmental, or other project which requires the planning, layout, set-up, and operation of all types of machine tools to perform laboratory machining operations requiring a high level of skill and job knowledge. Plans, constructs, modifies, repairs, and maintains high-precision and complex tools, jigs, and fixtures of unusual design. This position's internal job code is Machinist . Our team is currently hiring for Grade 24.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of machinist experience
- High School Diploma
- Experience with lathes, mills, grinders, and CNC machines
- Knowledge of cutting tools, materials, and machining processes
- CNC programming experience (writing or editing programs)
- Proficiency in reading technical drawings and blueprints
- Experience using precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges) and understanding tolerances
- Basic math skills (algebra, geometry, and machining calculations)
- This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
- This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
Nice To Haves
- 10+ years of machining experience
- Experience machining aerospace components/products
- Familiarity with CAD/CAM software
- Ability to troubleshoot issues and improve machining efficiency
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Responsibilities
- Works from oral and written instructions, engineering drawings, and rough sketches where normal operating assignments involve a general outline of an experimental or developmental project and in which a full complement of machine tools must be utilized to complete the assignment
- Analyzes requirements of the entire project, including sources of information for material, operations, tolerance requirements, and construction procedures. Plans sequence of operations, machines to be used, and the most economical method to execute work efficiently
- Sets up and operates tool room and grinding machines, including mounting machine attachments, grinding, and setting tools to establish operating procedures
- Plans sequence of operations and methods to completely lay out and set up work for the entire project, including temporary tooling and production aids, utilizing knowledge of finishes and machining characteristics of plastics and metals and machine shop theory
- Lays out complex parts, performs necessary calculations using shop mathematics including geometry and trigonometry, establishes dimensions or suitable configurations when not specified, and checks work using precision measuring instruments
- Checks completed details for tolerance and quality requirements
- Assembles components by fitting, filing, grinding, lapping, and honing; tests completed assemblies, analyzes and corrects operating issues, and suggests improvements in construction and operations
- May assist personnel in related job classifications
- Works with supervision and engineering personnel on design considerations, heat treating, material selection, and development of methods or procedures.
- Performs rework of similar complexity as described above
- Performs incidental related duties as assigned or required
Benefits
- At Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent.
- Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
- Millennium Space Systems also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
- The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
