Location: Bethesda, MD
Security Clearance: Active Secret or higher [Required]
Job Type: Full-Time

Target Salary Range*: $55,000 - $70,000

*This represents the potential salary range for this position depending on education level, years of experience and/or certifications in addition to other position specific requirements which may impact salary

Position Overview

The CNC Machinist - Junior is responsible for setting up and operating CNC vertical machining centers and the full range of machine tools found in a well-equipped prototype development shop. This role includes working from CAM programmer-provided programs, blueprints, mechanical drawings, verbal instructions, and sketches to support machining, fixture development, dimensional accuracy, and safe shop operations.

Key Responsibilities

CNC Setup, Operation, and Programming

• Determine and perform appropriate setup of CNC vertical machining centers for programs provided by CAM programmers.
• Set up and operate the full range of machine tools found in a well-equipped prototype development shop.
• Use knowledge of G and M codes to program at the control to build fixtures and edit CAM-generated programs.
• Select appropriate cutters and tool holders.
• Work from verbal instructions and sketches.
• Perform machine shop math and trigonometry.

Fixture Development and Technical Interpretation

• Design and build fixtures.
• Read blueprints and mechanical drawings.
• Apply knowledge of Mil-Spec and GD&T specifications.
• Use CAM and solid modeling CAD experience.

Dimensional Accuracy and Measurement

• Maintain dimensional accuracy to specified tolerances that may be less than +/- .001" during machining processes.
• Use measuring instruments such as:
  • Vernier calipers
  • Inside, outside, and depth micrometers
  • Gage blocks
  • Surface and height gages
  • Dial indicators

Safety and Equipment Support

• Adhere to safety protocols.
• Operate a forklift.
• Lift and maneuver objects weighing up to 80 pounds.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.

Qualifications:

Education

• Successful completion of machinist apprenticeship.
• Journeyman CNC Machinist qualification.
• Trade school certificate.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience

• Ability to determine and perform setup of CNC vertical machining centers.
• Ability to set up and operate machine tools in a prototype development shop.
• Ability to maintain dimensional accuracy to specified tolerances.
• CAM and solid modeling CAD experience is a plus.
• Ability to operate a forklift is a plus.

Skills

• Knowledge of G and M codes.
• Ability to program at the control to build fixtures and edit CAM-generated programs.
• Ability to select appropriate cutters and tool holders.
• Ability to read blueprints and mechanical drawings.
• Knowledge of Mil-Spec and GD&T specifications.
• Ability to work from verbal instructions and sketches.
• Ability to perform machine shop math and trigonometry.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of shop, facility, and division safety policies and requirements.

Clearance

• DoD Secret Clearance or capability to be granted DoD Secret Clearance.

Working Conditions

• The contractor will frequently work inside and outside of buildings.
• The contractor will work in cold weather.
• The contractor may work in the hot sun.
• The contractor will work in environments where ventilation or respirators may be necessary.
• The contractor must be safety-minded about themselves and others.
• The contractor will check tools and equipment and ensure their capacities are not exceeded.
• The contractor will ensure tools are kept in safe working condition.

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 80 pounds.
• Work in industrial and test facility environments, including cranes, fork trucks, and vehicle operations.

Hazardous Duty

• The incumbent performs work in industrial settings where the potential for hazards exists.
• The use of engineering controls, materials substitution, and personal protective equipment reduce or eliminate hazard exposure.
• The incumbent is regularly exposed to the hazards of:
  • Noise
  • Electrical shock
  • Wet surfaces
  • Climbing
• The contractor will occasionally use hazardous materials, including various oils and solvents.
• The contractor is occasionally exposed to high work and confined space.