Machinist II
Core
Operate and set up manual and CNC machines to produce high-precision hardware components for military aircraft flight control systems.
Role type
Machinist II (CNC & Manual Machine Operations)
Builds
Primary and secondary flight control actuation systems (FCAS) for military aircraft
Domain
Aerospace / Defense Manufacturing
Required skills
CNC machine operation, manual machine setup, blueprint reading with GD&T, precision measurement (micrometers, calipers), shop mathematics, material knowledge, troubleshooting machine setups
Preferred skills
Gleason Shaper operation, gear hobbing, gear skiving, gear shaping, 5-axis machining, Swiss-style lathe operation, automated cell operation
Technologies
Okuma Multi-Pallet Machine Center, Gleason Shaper P500/GP300, Gleason Hobbing Machine H400, Citizen/Star Swiss-Style Lathes
Responsibilities
Set up and operate two or more different types of manual or CNC machines, plan sequence of operations, inspect work and detect defects, perform block checks on NC/CNC machines, assist NC Programming Department with edits, participate in continuous improvement initiatives
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC