Description
Primus Aerospace is a leading manufacturing partner to aerospace, defense, and space OEMs, Primes, and Tier I suppliers. The company specializes in producing high-tolerance, complex geometry parts machined using standard and exotic metals. Primus works directly with all major aerospace manufacturers (e.g., Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman) to provide components for mission-critical civilian and defense programs.
The Level III Machinist produces machined parts by programming, setting up, and operating CNC machines to produce a variety of precision metal parts while maintaining quality and safety standards. Work from relatively complex engineering drawings/diagrams and instructions to execute work assignments.
Key Responsibilities
- Compute dimensions and determine sequence of operations.
- Measure, mark, and record dimensions and reference points on material and work pieces for guiding for subsequent machining.
- Select appropriate cutting tools, align, and secure holding fixtures, attachments, accessories, and materials into machines.
- Calculate and set machine controls to regulate machines during the machining process.
- Verify machine settings by measuring positions, first-article, and sample work pieces using calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, etc.
- Maintain part specifications; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; sharpening and/or replacing worn tools.
- Follow quality assurance procedures and communicate quality issues.
- Continuous improvement efforts to reduce machining times while maintaining quality,
- Perform deburring.
- Complete job travelers, time sheets, inspection documents, production, and quality logs.
- Maintain a positive work environment ensuring commitment to goals and objectives.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in a job shop environment demonstrating proficiency in operating all manual machine tools such as lathes, 3 and 5 axis mills.
- Mastercam 2020 preferred
- Experience programming offline.
- Plan machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, and machining parameters.
- Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and quality standards as it applies to an aerospace and defense environment.
- Ability to meet deadlines and achieve goals driven by metrics.
- Strong problem-solving mindset and ability to work independently with limited supervision.
Our work environment is fast-paced and professional while providing continued growth fostered by our commitment to teamwork.
Our comprehensive benefits include:
- PTO
- 10 paid holidays
- Medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability insurance
- 401K match
- Long and short-term incentive plans
- Benefits start 1st of the month after the date of hire
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
To adhere to U.S. Government international trade regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.
Primus Aerospace is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that supports, respects, and celebrates all individuals.