Senior Manual Machinist - 2nd shift

CAES•Lansdale, PA

33d•$28 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

Delivering mission-critical, electronic solutions that protect lives. Use your creativity and critical thinking to take our products from concept to customer. At CAES by Honeywell, we engineer solutions for the world's most critical missions. We serve customers in the defense and aerospace markets. Seeking a career that offers challenging, diverse projects and opportunities? Looking for a position with a company that offers long-term professional advancement? Searching for a place that values a diverse, team-based environment? One that values YOU. Consider CAES by Honeywell. The most important thing we build is TRUST #CustomerFocus #Values #Leader #TogetherWePioneer Overview Precision Meets Purpose: Sr. Manual Machinist - Level 3 - 2nd Shift Are you a detail-driven machinist who thrives in the rhythm of second shift? Ready to turn raw materials into mission-critical components that power the future of aerospace and defense? CAES by Honeywell Lansdale is hiring a Sr. Manual Machinist to join our elite manufacturing team. As a key player in our DoD-certified facility, you'll operate state-of-the-art equipment to produce high-precision parts that support national security and advanced space systems. You'll be part of a high-performance, quality-first culture where your craftsmanship directly contributes to technologies that protect and empower.

Requirements

High School diploma (or equivalent) or GED
2 years' experience as a Manual machinist (Bridgeport EZ Trak, various Lathes, Grinders and Presses)
Thorough knowledge of machining principles and GD&T
Ability to work safely and follow work instructions
This position requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws. In order to be eligible for this position, you must be a "US Person" under US export laws (or eligible for approval under a U.S. Government export license).
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Nice To Haves

5+ years' experience as a Manual Machinist
5+ years' experience with setting up Manual machinery (Bridgeport EZ Trak, various Lathes, Grinders and Presses)
2+ years' Lathe experience (Hardinge, Sharp, Okuma)
2+ years' metal fabrication and component assembly experience
Experience using precision measuring equipment such as CMM, Keyence, Comparator and other various optical equipment
Excellent math skills including trigonometry and geometry to calculate angles, dimensions and offsets
Excellent diagnosis and troubleshooting skills
Ability to fabricate and make adjustments to tooling and/or fixtures without supervision
Ability to improve efficiency and quality by optimizing fixtures and setups
Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints (written and/or verbal ideas) in order to fabricate, alter or repair machined parts where required tolerances are often tight tolerance and complex.
Prior experience working with various types of metals and holding ultra tight tolerances
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Experience in a defense contractor, aerospace, or military environment

Responsibilities

Master the Blueprint - Work independently from complex drawings and verbal concepts to fabricate, alter, or repair precision parts with ultra-tight tolerances
Dial In the Details - Adjust manual machinery and tooling to maintain critical dimensions and ensure flawless performance
Think Like an Engineer - Interpret intricate blueprints and plan machining sequences that maximize efficiency and minimize waste
Command the Machines - Perform progressive operations-drilling, pressing, turning, milling, assembling-on a wide range of materials to meet exacting specs
Crunch the Angles - Use trigonometric formulas to calculate compound angles and dimensions with pinpoint accuracy
Build What You Need - Fabricate your own tooling and fixtures to support production and solve complex challenges
Finish with Precision - File and deburr small-lot production pieces to meet final spec requirements
Inspect Like a Pro - Set up and operate precision measuring tools like micrometers, gauge blocks, height stands and other measuring equipment to verify every detail
Flex Your Skills - Take on additional duties as needed to support the mission and keep production moving