Machinist

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Blacksburg, VA, USA
In-Office
25-30 Hourly
Senior level
Aerospace
The Role
Operate and set up conventional and CNC lathes, mills, grinders, drill presses, saws, and related tools. Read blueprints and work instructions, apply GD&T, verify completed work, resolve tooling and equipment challenges, and support tool design improvements. Complete paperwork, meet quality and output requirements, assist with cross-training, participate in continuous improvement, and work independently while maintaining safety and accuracy.
Summary Generated by Built In

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.


Job Title:

Machinist

Reporting To:

Production Coach

Work Schedule:

Onsite – Blacksburg, VA

To be considered for the Machinist, here’s what you’ll need to bring with you:

  • High School Diploma or GED preferred with at least 6 years of related machining experience.

  • Be Proficient with manual and/or CNC machines – capable of setting up machines with a general knowledge of speeds and feeds for lathes and mills.

  • Be Proficient in geometric dimensions and tolerancing

  • To be able to lift at least 50 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.

As a Machinist, you will:

  • Operate lathe, mill, and understand different styles and types of taps and dies (metric and standard)

  • Operate various types of hand tools, power hand tools, grinders, drills, belt sanders, disc sanders, sand and bead blasters.

  • Operate and understand power band saw, cut off saw, proper selection of speeds, feeds, tooth size, guide setting, and blade replacement.

  • Cleaning assembly and various other tasks as required and ability to verify work completed meets requirements of blueprints, standards, and work instructions.

  • Applicant must have knowledge and experience with the following as applicable to the area they are assigned:

    • Conventional and CNC lathe

    • Conventional and CNC mill

    • Grinder

    • Drill press

    • Machine accessories

    • Precision measuring equipment

    • Other equipment and tools necessary to complete the job tasks

  • Solve in-process equipment and tooling challenges.

  • Complete machining operations with/without planning/prints

  • Demonstrates skill in tool design and implement improvements to existing tooling.

  • Ability to verify work completed meets requirements of blueprints, standards, and work instructions.

  • Complete paperwork accurately and legibly

  • Basic computer skills to validate documents and verify revision.

  • Assist in training/cross-training of others.

  • Participate in Continuous Improvement Process

  • Work with minimal supervision.

  • Ability to communicate effectively.

  • Demonstrate ability to meet output requirements (Quality, Quantity) upon completion of probationary period.

  • Cognitive ability and manual dexterity necessary to perform assigned job/tasks.

  • Perform other duties as assigned

How We Care for You:

  • Financial Rewards: great compensation package, bonus opportunities, matching 401k, and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations), Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

  • Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance.

  • Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.

  • Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs

  • Culture: Warm, respectful, family-like environment driven by our 12 core values. Multiple Employee Resource Groups led by our employees, open and welcoming to all.

Salary Range Transparency:

Blacksburg, VA $25.00–$30.00 Hourly

Salary Range Disclaimer

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefits. 


This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.


Moog offers an inclusive workplace, and, as such, affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment based on merit without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department via phone at 844-367-5787.


No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Absent compliance with these pre-conditions resumes submitted directly to any Moog Inc. employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Moog Inc.

Skills Required

  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • At least 6 years of related machining experience
  • Proficiency with manual and/or CNC machines
  • Ability to set up machines with general knowledge of speeds and feeds for lathes and mills
  • Proficiency in geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
  • Ability to lift at least 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
  • Knowledge and experience operating conventional and CNC lathes and mills
  • Knowledge and experience with grinders, drill presses, machine accessories, precision measuring equipment, and related tools
  • Ability to read and verify blueprints, standards, and work instructions
  • Basic computer skills to validate documents and verify revisions
  • Ability to communicate effectively
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision
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The Company
HQ: East Aurora, NY
7,850 Employees
Year Founded: 1951

What We Do

We work on some of the world’s most exciting technical projects, creating products that challenge the limits of what’s possible, from cutting-edge medical technology to space vehicles. Our formula includes one simple, surprising low-tech element that makes us stand out from everyone else: Trust. We trust each other to work hard and do the right thing. We give people credit for their ideas. We take pride in sticking with a problem until it’s solved. We value you for who you are as much as what you can do. We enjoy what we do. And you can do it, too.

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