5-Axis CNC Machinist

SA Photonics, a CACI Company; Bethesda (MD); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading defense contractor as a 5-Axis CNC Machinist, responsible for programming and operating CNC machines to fabricate complex components. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of relevant experience and will collaborate closely with engineering teams while ensuring quality and precision in manufacturing. This full-time position offers competitive pay, a signing bonus, and a focus on continuous professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits

Flexible Time Off

Qualifications

• 5-10 years experience with CNC milling and lathe machines.
• Experience with machining metals: aluminum and stainless steel.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Program, setup, and operate 3-, 4-, or 5-axis CNC machines.
• Collaborate with design engineers on machining recommendations.
• Hand-finish machined parts as required.

Skills

CNC Programming

Machining Metals

Communication

Mathematical Computations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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Job Category: Service Contract Act

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: None

Type of Travel: None

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CACI is looking for a Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machinist for technical support at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) Model Shop fabricating prototype naval component scale models for R&D testing. This employee will also serve as the subject matter expert on CNC programming and fabrication, and will advise shop management, supervisors, and planners on the difficulty, complexity and risks that may arise in fabrication of potentially complex parts.

More About The Role

• Machine model components using CNC and manual mills and lathes.
• Program, setup, and operate 3-, 4-, or 5-axis CNC machines.
• Hand-finish parts as required, using contouring and polishing.
• Collaborate with design engineers, make recommendations and share best practices with machining approaches and materials as a subject matter expert (SME) on machining
• Read and interpret engineering drawings (CAD/CAM) and tolerancing schemes, including GD&T.
  
  

You’ll Bring These Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 5-10 years of experience with setting up, programming, editing and operating CNC milling and lathe machines
• Experience with machining metals (aluminum, stainless steel) and other materials
• Experience with design process and mechanical assembly. Must be able to read and interpret drawings and blueprints
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an DoD Secret Clearance
• Effective verbal and written communication in English
• Basic MS Windows skills
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS - Ability to move or transfer products with an overhead crane; Ability to lift 50 lbs. when required; While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

These Qualifications Would Be Nice To Have

• Active DoD Secret Clearance
  
  

This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.

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What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range

This posting is for a position covered by the Service Contract Labor Standards (SCA). The pay and benefits provided for this position will meet or exceed the minimum required amounts detailed in the wage determination issued by the Department of Labor and made applicable to this position, as incorporated into CACI’s government contract for the work location.

Minimum Required Hourly Wage

$31.20

There are a host of other factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographical location, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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