Job Title: CNC Machinist- Junior

Location: Bethesda, MD

Salary range: $55,000-70,000

About this role:

• Ability to determine and perform appropriate set up of CNC Vertical machining centers for programs provided by CAM programmers
• Ability to design and build fixtures preferred
• Knowledge of G and M codes with ability to program at the control to build fixtures and edit CAM generated programs
• Ability to select appropriate cutters and tool holders
• Ability to set-up and operate the full range of machine tools found in a well-equipped prototype development shop
• Ability to maintain dimensional accuracy, to specified tolerances that may be less than +/-.001", during machining processes, through the use of measuring instruments (e.g. vernier calipers, inside/outside & depth micrometers, gage blocks, surface and height gages, and dial indicators).
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to read blue prints 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
• CAM and Solid modeling CAD experience a plus
• Ability to lift and maneuver objects weighing 80 pounds
• Adhere to safety protocols
• Ability to operate a forklift a plus

Qualifications:

• Successful completion of machinist apprenticeship
• Journeyman CNC Machinist qualification
• Trade School certificate
• High School diploma or equivalent
• DoD Secret Clearance or capability to be granted DoD Secret Clearance
• Knowledge of Shop, Facility and Division Safety Policies and requirements

Working Conditions:

• Contractor will frequently work inside and outside of buildings. S/he will work in cold weather. S/he may be working in the hot sun. S/he will work in environments where ventilation or respirators may be necessary. S/he must be safety minded about themselves and others. S/he will check tools and equipment, and see their capacities are not exceeded; and that tools are kept in a safe working condition.
• Physical: (1) Lift up to 80 lbs. (2) Work in Industrial and Test Facility Environment including cranes, fork trucks and vehicle operations.
• Hazardous Duty: Incumbent performs work in industrial settings where the potential for hazards exists. However, the use of engineering controls, materials substitution and personal protective equipment reduce or eliminate hazard exposure. Incumbent is regularly exposed to the hazard of: noise, electrical shock, wet surfaces, and climbing. The contractor will occasionally use hazardous materials e.g. various oils and solvents. The contractor is occasionally exposed to high work and confined space.