Aviation Machinist I: Precision Milling & Welding

VSE Aviation; Venice (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

VSE Aviation in Venice, FL is seeking a Machinist I to perform alteration tasks on civil aviation articles, following FAA data and Instructions for Continued Airworthiness. The role also includes developing and duplicating tooling as required and documenting repair work.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and at least 2 years of machinist experience, with proficiency in precision measuring and operating manual lathes, milling machines, and related tooling.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2 years machinist experience.
• Basic computer operating skills (Word).

Responsibilities

• Prioritize components for repairs to meet delivery requirements.
• Apply specialty coatings to aviation components as required.
• Maintain knowledge of tools and proper equipment use.
• Document maintenance records of repair work orders.
• Operate manual lathe and milling machines; inspect work.
• Weld using ARC, MIG and TIG; operate torches.
• Develop and duplicate tooling from engineering drawings.
• Maintain inventory for daily operation.
• Inspect aviation components for quality and compliance.

Tools

Manual Lathe

Milling Machines

Welding ARC MIG TIG

Oxygen/acetylene torch

Plasma torch

Drill presses

Bench grinders

Band saws

Cut-off saws

Forklift operation

Precision measuring equipment

Engineering drawings reading

Job description

VSE Aviation in Venice, FL is seeking a Machinist I to perform alteration tasks on civil aviation articles, following FAA data and Instructions for Continued Airworthiness. The role also includes developing and duplicating tooling as required and documenting repair work.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and at least 2 years of machinist experience, with proficiency in precision measuring and operating manual lathes, milling machines, and related tooling.