Machinist

TAT Technologies Ltd•Greensboro, NC

20h•Onsite

About The Position

TAT Technologies (Greensboro Facility) is a multi-site, global aerospace company specializing in APU leasing and repair for commercial and military aircraft, with over 50 years of industry experience. The company fosters an ambitious, fast-growing environment that values team collaboration and personal relationships, offering a flexible work environment to support employee development. TAT Technologies is seeking a qualified Machinist with experience in Haas, Bridgeport, and Okuma CNC Machines, as well as the ability to operate older equipment. The role involves precision machining, grinding, and adherence to safety and FAA requirements.

Requirements

Experience with Haas, Bridgeport, and Okuma CNC Machines
Ability to operate older equipment
Knowledge of HAAS and Bridgeport CNC machining
Familiarity with OD/ID surface grinding
Familiarity with manual lathe and manual mill
Capable, or capable of learning to grind chrome and nickel under supervision and a structured training program
Capable of learning to shot peen parts
Capable of becoming independent in cleaning processes and equipment maintenance
Knowledge of equipment safety guidelines
Understanding of proper handling of metals and cutting/grinding machinery
Proficiency in precise measurement and use of instruments such as micrometers, dial indicators, etc.
Familiarity with or able to learn FAA requirements related to inspection and repair
Ability to read and interpret OEM repair manual instructions
Willingness to work in and learn lean/six sigma for continuous improvement initiatives
High School Diploma or GED
2 plus years of machining experience and/or equivalent
Ability to be willing to learn how to operate crankshaft grinders and Norton Strut grinder with CNC control
Ability to interpret and follow repair instructions from OEM manuals (read, write, understand drawings, follow detailed instructions and work alone)
Ability to read blueprints
Ability to use an assortment of measuring devices
Ability to machine parts with tolerances as low as .0002”
Basic computer skills
Good work habits and motivated
Willingness to use Quantum for work orders (can be taught)
Must be willing to work overtime as necessary
Must pass drug test (Drug-free Workplace and safety sensitive employees are randomly drug-tested)

Nice To Haves

Experience with CNC and manual equipment
FANUC control preferred (for crankshaft grinders and Norton Strut grinder)
Short manual programming a plus
Aviation experience a plus

Responsibilities

Operate Haas, Bridgeport, and Okuma CNC Machines and older equipment
Perform OD/ID surface grinding, manual lathe, and manual mill operations
Learn to grind chrome and nickel under supervision and a structured training program
Learn to shot peen parts
Become independent in cleaning processes and equipment maintenance
Know and follow equipment safety guidelines
Understand proper handling of metals and cutting/grinding machinery
Be proficient in precise measurement and use of instruments such as micrometers, dial indicators, etc.
Assist the Operations Manager in preventive maintenance of equipment in the department per company and equipment manufacturing guidelines
Learn FAA requirements related to inspection and repair
Read and interpret OEM repair manual instructions
Work in and learn lean/six sigma for continuous improvement initiatives
Learn how to operate crankshaft grinders and Norton Strut grinder with CNC control
Interpret and follow repair instructions from OEM manuals (read, write, understand drawings, follow detailed instructions and work alone)
Read blueprints
Use an assortment of measuring devices
Machine parts with tolerances as low as .0002”
Use Quantum for work orders (training provided)