Machinist I

Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of

Your work ties us all together, helping our teams function and operate. Experience opportunities to learn and be a part of an organization that has your back. And with competitive compensation and total rewards, you’ll also enjoy our great perks.

Work with the latest technologies and techniques in the aviation industry to source materials, manage inventory, and coordinate logistics. You’ll ensure we have what we need to service our customers.

As a Machinist, you’ll have responsibility in using shop equipment, performing in process inspections, and using manual skills to complete assigned work.

What you’ll do:

• Machines parts utilizing shop related equipment, manual skills may include but are not limited to polishing, lapping, turning, grinding, milling and EDM. CNC machinist operators may additionally engage in program related activities such as writing and modifications.

• Maintains responsibility for verifying (before use) shelf life and calibration standards of gages/tools/etc. and consumables used throughout the machining process and in their work area. Performs in process inspection activities of all work to verify conformity of the product, reports non conformances to the Operations Manager.

• Coordinates with the Production Manager to maintain work area readiness to include sufficient levels of consumables used for their work area responsibilities. 

• Works in an independent manner, to complete all assigned tasks by the date(s) scheduled by the production planning department. 

• Engages in the routine maintenance of the equipment in the work area(s), daily, quarterly and annual. 

• Assists with other duties as dictated by the Production Manager or supervisor(s).

• Maintains performance and quality goals as well as provides for general housekeeping of workspace.

• Adheres to all company safety rules at all times while in the workplace.

Position Requirements:

• One to two years related experience is preferred and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Ability to read and write the English language and interpret documents such as blueprints, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

• Ability to deal with problems involving machining of materials, fixtures tools etc.

• Knowledge of basic computer use.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds for approximately 25% of the average work day.

Preferred Characteristics:

• Strong organizational skills and deductive reasoning.

• Demonstrate versatility and ability to learn and maintain multiple tasks.

• An extremely high attention to detail.

• Utilize basic mathematical and problem-solving skills.

• Possess listening skills and has the ability to follow instructions.

• Ability to think outside the box when solving problems.

Benefits that make life better:

• Comprehensive Healthcare
• 401(k) with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
• Paid Time Off starting on day one
• Bonus opportunities
• Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Learning & Training opportunities

Background Information 

The typical minimum level of education to perform this job competently is equivalent to high school graduation and completion of a diploma training program at a college or technical school.  The person requires an ability to understand, utilize and communicate specialized information in speech and written text. This specialized training is often formalized and recognized by a specific certificate, diploma or license. 

Directly/indirectly related work experience representing continuous learning and required for someone to perform this job competently is one to three years. 

Ongoing work assignments typically have clearly defined goals.  The incumbent's education, training, and previous experience ensure work assignments are successfully carried out because he/she understands what is expected, as well as the best approach to take.