Mechanic - Precision Development

L3HHCM20•Los Angeles, CA

41d•$33 - $58•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Mechanic- Precision Development to join our facility in Canoga Park, CA (Los Angeles area). This is a Union position. Enjoy work/life balance at our Canoga Park, CA (Los Angeles area) site. At this facility, we design & manufacture rocket engines and unique power systems that support space exploration & the defense of our nation such as NASA’s SLS, Lockheed Martin’s THAAD, Sierra Nevada’s Dream Chaser, and the Mars Perseverance Rover. Essential Functions: Plan, type, and sequence of operations necessary to complete assignment with minimum machining and assembly time when planning information is not provided. Plan feeds, speeds, work alignment and sequence of operations using shop mathematics, charts, tables and other aids such as sine bars, indexing mechanisms and auto-collimating equipment. Layout machining guidelines and outlines on blank stock using precision measuring tools and scribes to locate and mark reference points. Set up and operate various types of machine tools such as precision grinders, lathes, mills, boring machines and planners to make any cuts within the capacity of the machine. Improvise and adapt tooling and holding fixtures as necessary. Perform precision assembly and developmental work operations to exacting tolerances on complex and delicate subminiature parts, mechanisms and precision instruments.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
5-7 years’ experience in the operation of conventional and N/C turning, milling and boring machine tools.

Nice To Haves

Experience using trigonometry as applied to machine parts.
Working knowledge of GD&T and blueprints.
Experience reading and creating N/C programs on lathes, mills, and boring machine tools.
Experience performing offline and in-process machine set-ups.
Experience using precision measurement instruments to ensure requirements are met on the machine.

Responsibilities

Plan, type, and sequence of operations necessary to complete assignment with minimum machining and assembly time when planning information is not provided.
Plan feeds, speeds, work alignment and sequence of operations using shop mathematics, charts, tables and other aids such as sine bars, indexing mechanisms and auto-collimating equipment.
Layout machining guidelines and outlines on blank stock using precision measuring tools and scribes to locate and mark reference points.
Set up and operate various types of machine tools such as precision grinders, lathes, mills, boring machines and planners to make any cuts within the capacity of the machine. Improvise and adapt tooling and holding fixtures as necessary.
Perform precision assembly and developmental work operations to exacting tolerances on complex and delicate subminiature parts, mechanisms and precision instruments.