Mill Machinist

General Dynamics Mission Systems•AL-Cullman, AL

3d•$27 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Help make the technologies, products and services that make a difference. That’s the opportunity that’s waiting for you at General Dynamics Mission Systems. We help our nation’s heroes keep our nation safe by creating solutions so advanced, they redefine innovation for the world. It’s an amazing challenge. And it’s waiting for you now. We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers’ missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between. As a Machinist for General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) Precision Structures & Optics (PSO) located in Cullman, AL, you’ll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for manufacturing Beryllium products for use in the most demanding applications, across the aerospace, defense, and nuclear industries. Our products are used in high performance sensing systems for targeting and acquisition, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions, and are hardened for the battlefield environment. We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills: Experience in the manufacture of tight tolerance, complex geometry precision products, particularly within an aerospace or medical component machine shop Ability to work from blueprints, advanced drawings, process sheets and sketches to perform machining operations with precision, quality, and safety Analytical and problem-solving skills; able to troubleshoot and resolve issues in a quick, effective manner Representative Duties: Set up and operate CNC machines to produce precision parts Select and install appropriate cutting tools, fixtures, and machine attachments Load programs into CNC machines and make necessary code edits Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and GD&T Understand tolerances, material specs, and critical dimensions Modify existing CNC programs using G-Code Recommend tooling and programming improvements to increase efficiency and reduce scrap Follow all safety procedures and use PPE Work with engineers, quality inspectors, and supervisors to solve machining issues Communicate effectively during shift handovers and team meetings Contribute to continuous improvement efforts What sets you apart: People who are detail-oriented and strive for perfection Strong interpersonal skills to cooperate and work effectively with others Maintaining a high level of craftsmanship Ability to find safe, effective, and economical ways to improve productivity Driven and motivated, willingness to go beyond normal scope of position when requested Our Commitment to You: An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning a development Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule) Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health and wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more See more at com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits Workplace Options: This position is fully on-site. While on-site, you will be a part of the Cullman, AL facility. Salary Note This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Requirements

Technical certificate or 2 years of experience or equivalent is required.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
People who are detail-oriented and strive for perfection
Strong interpersonal skills to cooperate and work effectively with others
Maintaining a high level of craftsmanship
Ability to find safe, effective, and economical ways to improve productivity
Driven and motivated, willingness to go beyond normal scope of position when requested

Nice To Haves

Experience in the manufacture of tight tolerance, complex geometry precision products, particularly within an aerospace or medical component machine shop
Ability to work from blueprints, advanced drawings, process sheets and sketches to perform machining operations with precision, quality, and safety
Analytical and problem-solving skills; able to troubleshoot and resolve issues in a quick, effective manner

Responsibilities

Set up and operate CNC machines to produce precision parts
Select and install appropriate cutting tools, fixtures, and machine attachments
Load programs into CNC machines and make necessary code edits
Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and GD&T
Understand tolerances, material specs, and critical dimensions
Modify existing CNC programs using G-Code
Recommend tooling and programming improvements to increase efficiency and reduce scrap
Follow all safety procedures and use PPE
Work with engineers, quality inspectors, and supervisors to solve machining issues
Communicate effectively during shift handovers and team meetings
Contribute to continuous improvement efforts

Benefits

An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning a development
Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health and wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more

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