Precision Production Machinist

RTX•Tucson, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Precision Production Machinist sets up and proves in complex precision production hardware and potential pre-production engineering hardware with the Ultra Precision Machine Fabrication group. The role produces parts from standard and exotic materials using CNC and conventional machines, determines whether machines and tooling can efficiently fabricate parts to specification, and troubleshoots programs, tooling, and machines. The machinist applies GD&T and standard inspection equipment to ensure part tolerances are maintained and provides shop-floor assistance to Production Machine Operators to support machine efficiency. This is an onsite, union-represented position in Tucson, Arizona. The employee must be able to work any designated shift, including overnight. U.S. citizenship is required, and the employee must be able to obtain and maintain an ATF access clearance. The posted starting wage is $33.90.

Requirements

At least three years of experience setting up and operating CNC machinery.
Experience operating a variety of CNC mills and lathes, including production setups and troubleshooting.
Experience with GD&T and its application to blueprint reading.
Experience using inspection equipment, including ID/OD micrometers, dial calipers, indicators, mobile inspection station, thread gauges, plug gauges, air gauges, and optical comparator.
Must pass a qualifying and/or practical test.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to work any designated shift, including overnight.
Ability to obtain and maintain an Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Access (ATF) clearance.
U.S. citizenship is required because only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under the program/contract.

Responsibilities

Set up and prove in complex precision production hardware and potential pre-production engineering hardware with the Ultra Precision Machine Fabrication group.
Produce products from standard and exotic materials using CNC and conventional machines.
Determine the functional adequacy and efficiency of machines and tooling for fabricating parts to defined specifications.
Troubleshoot programs, tooling, and machines.
Apply GD&T and standard inspection equipment to maintain conformance to part tolerances during fabrication.
Provide shop-floor assistance to Production Machine Operators to maintain machine operational efficiency.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Flexible work schedules
Employee assistance program
Employee Scholar Program
Parental leave
Paid time off
Holidays
Potential annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation, depending on position level and collective-bargaining coverage