Mechanical Technician / Machinist

INDUS Technology, Inc.•San Diego, CA

6d•$40 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

INDUS is a 100% employee-owned, customer-focused government services provider. Its Southern California Fleet Operational Readiness Division, Code 25, supports Department operations involving test and analysis, weapon evaluation, range support, underwater acoustic tracking instrumentation, mobile Anti-Submarine Warfare targets, unmanned underwater vehicles, and shipboard systems evaluation. The division operates and maintains several Southern California test ranges and facilities. Reporting to the Program Manager, the Mechanical Technician / Machinist performs technical work supporting Naval Sea Systems Command and Naval Undersea Warfare Center SURTASS-E. The role assists the engineering team with design, fabrication, testing, and installation work, including electrical wiring and other equipment installed in accordance with drawings. Work is performed under the direction of engineering and scientific staff in support of the SURTASS-E Performance Work Statement on the San Diego Detachment Support Services contract. The position is located in San Diego, California. The technician performs machining, fabrication, repair, maintenance, inspection, and equipment-support work; operates and maintains CNC and conventional shop equipment; interprets drawings and specifications; and coordinates with engineering, logistics, technical, and operational staff. The position may also support prototype development, CAD/CAM, drafting, 3D printing, welding and fabrication, equipment operations, and bid and proposal activities. Operational schedules may require early mornings, evenings, weekends, or extended shifts, and approximately 10% travel is required.

Requirements

Active Secret clearance is required for consideration.
Associate's degree from an accredited university.
Four years of experience supporting machining, fabrication, mechanical repair, equipment maintenance, prototype development, naval engineering systems, industrial maintenance, test support operations, or similar technical environments.
Two years of experience with CAD/CAM software, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, drafting, 3D printing, prototype development, or engineering design.
Two years of experience with general welding, brazing, thermal cutting, fabrication, or metal repair.
Four years of experience using precision measuring equipment and performing dimensional inspection of machined or fabricated parts.
Four years of experience as a U.S. Navy technician, engineering technician, machinist, fabricator, mechanic, maintenance technician, or technician supporting mechanical systems operations.
Demonstrated knowledge of machining, fabrication, mechanical systems, shop operations, mechanical repair, and equipment-support practices in naval, industrial, laboratory, field, or test-support environments.
Working knowledge of CNC and manual machining practices, including programming, setup, tool selection, offsets, compensation, feeds, speeds, and basic machine operation.
Ability to interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, sketches, specifications, technical manuals, written instructions, work orders, and geometric dimensions and tolerances.
Skill in using precision measuring and gauging equipment, including calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, indicators, rulers, and squares.
Ability to operate and maintain shop equipment, including mills, lathes, saws, sanders, grinders, drills, presses, hand tools, power tools, and related mechanical or pneumatic equipment.
Ability to perform machining, fabrication, repair, rebuilding, modification, fitting, layout, alignment, assembly, and inspection according to drawings, specifications, and safety requirements.
Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, machining, fabrication, and operational problems and recommend corrective actions within established technical scope.
Knowledge of safety practices for machining equipment, rotating machinery, cutting tools, welding equipment, compressed air, industrial systems, and shop hazards.
Ability to support equipment preparation, inspection, testing, maintenance, repair, inventory tracking, documentation, and operational readiness requirements.
Basic computer literacy and data-entry skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills and strong time-management skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment.
Availability to support operational schedules that may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, or extended shifts based on mission requirements, equipment availability, and customer schedules.
Approximately 10% travel is required.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.
Ability to remain seated in a stationary position 50% of the time and alternate between sitting, standing, and walking.
Ability to lift items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to perform physical work involving prolonged standing or recurring walking, stooping, bending, crouching, and climbing in shop, industrial, shipboard, submarine, or weapon-facility environments.
Ability to operate heavy machinery and industrial tools with limited to no supervision, such as forklifts, CNC milling machines, welding or soldering equipment, CAT III overhead cranes, pallet jacks, and stand-behind pallet lifts.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a U.S. Navy technician, engineering technician, industrial electrician, electrical maintainer, or technician supporting electro-mechanical systems operations.
Working knowledge of welding, brazing, thermal cutting, grinding, and metal fabrication practices.
Two years of experience programming, setting up, and operating CNC machines, manual mills, lathes, or related shop equipment.
Technical training, vocational education, military training, trade school completion, or certification in machining, machine tool technology, mechanical engineering technology, welding, fabrication, drafting, CAD/CAM, or a related field.
State journeyman license, electrical certification, or similar technical credential.
CPR and Adult First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

Perform machining, fabrication, mechanical repair, modification, and support work on equipment, components, test hardware, fixtures, tools, and related support systems.
Program, set up, and operate CNC equipment, manual mills, lathes, saws, sanders, grinders, drills, presses, plasma cutters, and other mechanical or pneumatic shop equipment.
Plan machining and fabrication work by reviewing work orders, blueprints, engineering drawings, sketches, specifications, material requirements, machining parameters, and geometric dimensions and tolerances.
Set up mills, lathes, and related equipment by installing and adjusting tools, attachments, fixtures, stock, and work-holding devices.
Use precision measuring and gauging equipment to verify dimensions and workmanship.
Verify machine settings, first-run parts, samples, and finished components against drawings, specifications, quality requirements, and procedures.
Perform cutting, drilling, turning, facing, grooving, threading, grinding, fitting, assembly, and related machining or fabrication operations.
Troubleshoot machining, fabrication, mechanical, and operational problems and assist with corrective actions.
Repair, rebuild, overhaul, or modify manufacturing, service, test, shop, and support equipment using technical documentation and engineering guidance.
Support welding, brazing, thermal cutting, grinding, tack-welding, fitting, layout, alignment, and assembly of fabricated metal components as required.
Position, clamp, align, and secure parts and assemblies before machining, welding, fabrication, repair, or assembly.
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on shop equipment, machinery, tools, and related systems in accordance with technical procedures and manufacturer instructions.
Complete production records, maintenance logs, inspection records, quality documentation, equipment status updates, and other required records.
Monitor inventory of stock, materials, tools, supplies, replacement parts, and related support equipment.
Support prototype development, equipment modification, mechanical design support, 3D printing, drafting, CAD/CAM, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar engineering activities as required.
Coordinate with engineers, technicians, logistics personnel, and operational staff to resolve equipment issues, support system readiness, and complete work safely and accurately.
Support preparation, transport, setup, inspection, inventory tracking, and recovery of equipment, tools, materials, and support hardware.
Execute responsibilities outlined in the applicable Performance Work Statement area and labor category.
Provide bid and proposal support if requested.
Perform other duties as assigned.