Saw Deburr Technician
About The Position
Leidos Defense Sector Manufacturing is seeking a Saw / Deburr Technician to join its Platform Integration Facility team in Huntsville, Alabama. The role supports manufacturing operations by deburring, polishing, finishing, and inspecting machine parts; operating basic finishing equipment and a forklift; and assisting with material handling, assembly, packaging, and other shop tasks. The technician reads engineering drawings and work instructions, follows safety procedures, and helps maintain a clean, hazard-free work area. This is a full-time schedule of four 10-hour shifts per week, Monday through Thursday. Overtime may be required. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and possess, or be eligible to obtain and maintain, a Secret clearance.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED and 1–3 years of relevant deburring experience.
- Experience deburring, polishing, and finishing machine parts with hand and power tools.
- Ability to lift at least 35 pounds unassisted for extended periods.
- Ability to safely operate a forklift; certification is preferred.
- Ability to use hand tools and basic machinery.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team.
- Must be able to work overtime when required.
- Ability to stand for long periods.
- Must be able to work full-time, four days per week, Monday through Thursday, for 10 hours per shift.
- Must be a U.S. citizen and possess, or meet eligibility requirements to obtain and maintain, a Secret clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in manufacturing, deburring, or general labor.
- Experience with vertical and horizontal CNC saws.
- Experience in a high-precision aerospace environment.
- Forklift certification.
Responsibilities
- Read engineering drawings and use standard measurement tools such as tape measures, dial calipers, and micrometers.
- Deburr, polish, and finish machine parts using hand and power tools.
- Inspect parts for defects, burrs, and sharp edges to ensure quality standards are met.
- Operate grinders, files, sanders, and other basic deburring and finishing equipment.
- Safely operate a forklift to move materials and products as needed.
- Assist with material handling, cleaning, and organizing work areas.
- Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, hazard-free workspace.
- Support the production team with assembly, packaging, and other shop tasks as needed.
- Read and follow basic work instructions, blueprints, or diagrams, where applicable.
- Perform other tasks as assigned by supervisors.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
