Senior Toolmaker/Machinist (2nd Shift)

Leonardo DRS, Inc.•Melbourne, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA. EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborne platforms. We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance. Employing the world’s brightest. Supporting the world’s bravest. Skilled CNC Machinist who drives safe, high-quality, data-informed manufacturing through precise machine set-ups and efficient production execution. Leverages hands-on expertise with Fanuc and Haas controls to establish accurate work offsets, load and run programs, and continuously monitor processes to improve throughput and reduce scrap. Brings a strong foundation in blueprint reading and GD&T, disciplined use of inspection tools and gaging, and a mindset aligned with continuous improvement—with added value from exposure to programming, CNC lathes, and 3D modeling (SolidWorks). Collaborative team contributor who adapts quickly to changing priorities and supports delivery commitments. This role works a 9/80 schedule. Hours during training will be on 1st shift (7:00 AM to 4:30 PM) until fully trained. Once trained, this role will move to working 2nd shift (3:30 PM to 12:30 AM). Start time may flex within 1 hour at Manager discretion.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Minimum of 5 years of experience in specialty area such as welding and/or tool making
Ability to read and understand blueprints and drawings
Basic understanding of GD&T, as well as ability to work via verbal instructions
Ability to use measuring equipment and gages to ensure produced part meets specification
Understanding of safety, quality, and continuous improvement expectations in a manufacturing environment
Ability to work 1st shift while training (7:00 AM to 4:30 PM), then once trained, work 2nd shift (3:30 PM to 12:30 AM)
Willingness to work overtime to meet production demands
U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Nice To Haves

Programming knowledge
Experience with CNC lathes
Experience using 3D modeling software (SolidWorks, etc.)

Responsibilities

Perform set-ups on a variety of CNC equipment with a general knowledge of Fanuc and Haas controls
Utilize knowledge of CNC controls to set zero reference points, tool offsets, and loads programs
Run production, monitoring parts to ensure accurate high-quality parts are made safely and efficiently
Utilize the data collection system to accurately record production activities including time spent, quantity produced, and any rejected parts
Execute programming tasks
Work with CNC lathes, and 3D modeling software (SolidWorks)
Work with blueprints and drawings, and utilize understanding of GD&T as well as work from verbal instructions
Utilize measuring equipment and gages to ensure produced part meets specification
Utilize understanding of safety, quality and continuous improvement expectations in a manufacturing environment