Manual Machinist II

Fairbanks Morse Defense • Pascagoula, MS

18h • Onsite

About The Position

Bird-Johnson, a Fairbanks Morse Defense company, is seeking an experienced Inside Manual Machinist II to fabricate, rework, and repair high-precision metal components for defense and specialized industrial applications. The role works primarily in a controlled indoor shop environment and uses conventional machining equipment to solve machining challenges and produce parts that meet demanding quality and security standards. The machinist is expected to take ownership of setups, measurements, and finished parts.

The position requires the ability to competently perform its essential duties, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrate a commitment to effective customer service, and work productively as part of a team. The position specification notes that specific duties may be assigned, directed, or controlled by the supervisor.

Requirements

• At least five years of experience operating manual machine tools in a precision manufacturing or defense-oriented environment.
• U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Strong proficiency in GD&T, precision measurement, shop mathematics including trigonometry, and manual machine setup.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for extended periods, and work safely around heavy rotating equipment.
• Current forklift and crane certification, or the ability to obtain certification.
• Commitment to quality, safe work practices, and productive collaboration.
• Ability to competently perform all essential duties, with or without reasonable accommodation, and work productively as a team member.

Nice To Haves

• Active DoD Confidential clearance.
• Completion of a formal machinist apprenticeship program or possession of a Journeyman card.
• Experience machining defense-grade alloys.
• Experience working within ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual lathes, vertical and horizontal milling machines, surface grinders, drill presses, and boring mills to manufacture precision components to blueprint specifications.
• Read and interpret complex engineering drawings, defense specifications, GD&T, and shop routing sheets.
• Select, align, and secure cutting tools, attachments, workholding fixtures, and raw stock; calculate appropriate speeds, feeds, and depths of cut for materials including stainless steel, titanium, and high-temperature alloys.
• Perform in-process and final dimensional inspections using micrometers, dial indicators, bore gauges, height gauges, and optical comparators, maintaining specified tolerances.
• Perform daily preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and identify and resolve machining issues to protect part quality, equipment, and shop safety.
• Maintain accurate material traceability, job routing sheets, and quality records.
• Follow applicable facility security requirements and classified material handling protocols.
• Work productively and collaboratively with fellow machinists, engineering, and quality teams while following quality and safe-work practices.

Benefits

• Benefits beginning on the first day of hire.
• A robust 401(k) plan.
• 100% tuition reimbursement after 12 months of employment.
• Annual 5% company performance-based bonus opportunity.
• Opportunities to grow skills and advance a career with Bird-Johnson and the broader Fairbanks Morse Defense organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed