Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) has an opening for a Machinist 2. This position will be supporting our Beavercreek, OH facilities and requires onsite presence due to the nature of the role. We are a world-class manufacturer of composite structures, radomes, and antenna systems for military applications.
The role will be responsible for setting up and operating 3 and 5 Axis Milling Machines. This is a great opportunity for an experienced CNC Machinist who desires exciting and challenging work to join our team!
Essential Duties / Responsibilities:
- Plan machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
- Align and fasten work using standard fixtures and established methods.
- Use a variety of machinist hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
- Perform computations relating to dimensions of work, tooling, feeds, and speeds.
- Program and edit G-Code and conversational.
- Implement lean initiatives by identifying and providing suggestions on areas for improvement.
The ideal candidate will be able to work under minimal supervision, be a quick learner, and a team player. He / She will have high integrity and understand the importance of escalating errors to their supervisor immediately.
Basic Qualifications for a Machinist 2:
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent/GED and 2 years of additional education and/or related experience
- Must be able to pass a New Hire Physical prior to start
- Must be able to pass an Eye Exam prior to start
- Must have experience running machines and setup
- Must have experience on 3 Axis CNC machines
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2 years of experience with 5 Axis CNC vertical machining centers.
- Active Secret DoD Security Clearance
- Associates degree or Trade School certification
- Experience with composite, honeycomb, and aluminum materials
Preferred Qualifications:
- 4 years of experience with 5 Axis CNC vertical machining centers.
- Active Secret DoD Security Clearance
- Associates degree or Trade School certification
- Experience with composite, honeycomb, and aluminum materials
Skills Required
- High school diploma, equivalent, or GED
- Two years of additional education and/or related experience
- Pass a new hire physical examination before starting
- Pass an eye examination before starting
- Experience running and setting up machines
- Experience operating 3-axis CNC machines
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance
- Two years of experience with 5-axis CNC vertical machining centers
- Active Secret DoD security clearance
- Associate degree or trade school certification
- Experience with composite, honeycomb, and aluminum materials
- Four years of experience with 5-axis CNC vertical machining centers
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