Sigma Defense is seeking a Manual/CNC Machinist to join our team in Huntsville, AL.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled: Sigma Defense Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Requirements
- 3+ years of relevant experience.
- Strong communication skills are required.
- Ability to regularly lift and carry 100 Lbs.
- Working experience using manual and hydraulic shears, breaks, and presses is preferred.
- Proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required when operating machines.
- Must be able to use metal working equipment, such as band saws, cutoff saws, hydraulic press, as well as other basic metal working tools.
- Must be familiar with and capable of using manual machining accessories such as rotary table, steady rest, follow rest, etc.
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
Computer Programs/Software:
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Solidworks
Personnel Clearance Level:
- Candidate must possess or have the ability to obtain an active Secret security clearance or higher.
- Clearance may be sponsored for the right candidate.
Education Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
Essential Job Duties (not all-inclusive):
- Operate both manual and CNC machining equipment including manual knee mill (JET), manual lathe (Cincinnati tray top), and 3 axis CNC with rotary table (Tormach).
- Read and interpret blueprints, generate G-code for CNC machining using Solidworks, set up CNC tooling in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.
- Using calipers, micrometers, heights gauges, and other precision tools is required.
- Must be capable of holding tolerance within +/- 0.0025 when required on both manual and CNC equipment.
- Experience machining aluminum, plastic, and stainless steel.
- Work directly with engineers, physicists, and other specialists as required.
- Work in a shop environment with many distractions such as welding, grinding, hammering, etc.
Salary Range: $60,000 - $70,000 annually.
Benefits
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Medical Insurance to Include HSA, FSA, and DFSA Plans
- Life and AD&D coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
- 160 Hours of Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 12 (Floating) Holidays
- Educational Assistance
- Highly Competitive Salary
Skills Required
- 3+ years of relevant machining experience
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to regularly lift and carry 100 pounds
- Experience using manual and hydraulic shears, brakes, and presses
- Proper use of personal protective equipment when operating machines
- Ability to use band saws, cutoff saws, hydraulic presses, and other basic metalworking tools
- Familiarity with manual machining accessories including rotary tables, steady rests, and follow rests
- U.S. citizenship
- Microsoft Word experience
- Microsoft Excel experience
- SolidWorks experience
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to operate manual knee mills, manual lathes, and three-axis CNC equipment
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints
- Ability to generate G-code for CNC machining
- Ability to set up CNC tooling according to manufacturer specifications
- Experience using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and other precision tools
- Ability to hold tolerances within plus or minus 0.0025 inch
- Experience machining aluminum, plastic, and stainless steel
- Active Secret security clearance or ability to obtain one
What We Do
Sigma Defense is a leading technology company serving the Department of Defense, specializing in C5ISR, CJADC2, electronic warfare, and DevSecOps. They provide software-defined solutions and hardware to connect warfighters and commands, enabling faster decision-making and mission outcomes. The company has expanded its capabilities through strategic acquisitions like SOLUTE and SUB-U Systems, focusing on digital modernization and tactical edge connectivity for all U.S. military branches.
