Manual Machinist IV, 1st Shift (Onsite)

RTX • Miramar, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Manual Machinist IV sets up and operates manual machines and inspection equipment to produce and inspect parts. The role uses coordinate measuring machines and specialized manual equipment, including jig bores, lathes, mills, and grinders, and may include finishing and marking piece parts at various production stages. The machinist works to close tolerances, identifies and eliminates setup and operating defects, and uses computer systems to enter and retrieve information needed for daily work.

The position also supports continuous improvement and environmental, health, and safety activities; maintains an organized and safe machine-shop environment; performs preventive maintenance as prescribed by engineering; and completes required paperwork, training, production tracking, labor charging, shop traveler entries, and inspection documentation. This is an onsite role in Miramar, Florida and requires U.S. Person status.

Requirements

• Typically, a high school diploma or equivalent, or vocational/technical education in a related discipline, with at least 4 years of relevant experience.
• Experience setting up and operating manual machine tools.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from blueprints and technical drawings.
• Ability to machine and inspect parts to close tolerances, including ±0.0002 inches.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Must be a U.S. Person.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in aerospace manufacturing, repair, or overhaul environments.
• Toolmaking experience and working knowledge of machining processes, including grinding and lapping.
• Experience designing, building, or modifying tooling and fixtures.
• Proficiency with precision measuring equipment, including gauges, calipers, micrometers, and related inspection tools.
• Manufacturing weld experience with magnesium.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machines and inspection equipment.
• Operate coordinate measuring machines to perform accurate inspection checks.
• Eliminate defects in equipment setup and operation.
• Use computer systems to input and retrieve information for daily activities.
• Participate in CORE continuous improvement and EH&S activities.
• Operate jig bores, lathes, mills, grinders, and other specialized manual equipment.
• Perform finish work and mark piece parts at various production stages.
• Maintain an organized and safe work environment and help improve machine-shop safety and efficiency.
• Complete paperwork associated with assigned tasks accurately.
• Perform preventive maintenance activities as prescribed by engineering.
• Keep required training up to date.
• Maintain accurate documentation and system inputs, including shop travelers, labor charging, production tracking, and inspection results.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching and a separate employer retirement contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student loan repayment program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional pet, home and auto, additional life and accident, critical illness, group legal, and identity theft protection coverages.
• Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
• Fertility and family-planning benefits.
• Adoption assistance.
• Autism benefit.
• Employee assistance plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.
• Wellness rewards program.
• Virtual doctor visits.
• Child and elder care services.
• Second-opinion medical consultation program.
• Potential annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation, subject to eligibility and applicable conditions.
• Paid time off and holidays may be available, with specific benefits dependent on the business unit and collective-bargaining coverage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED