CNC Aerospace Machinist – 3-5 Axis, Large Ring Parts

United Launch Alliance, LLC.; Decatur, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Discretionary annual incentive bonus

Generous paid time off

Flexible work environments

Job summary

United Launch Alliance, LLC. is seeking an Aerospace Production Technician - CNC Machinist in Alabama. The role focuses on setting up and operating large CNC VTLs and Gantry Mills to produce precision aluminum ring forgings and stainless steel components.

You will load programs, inspect parts, and perform deburring and wash operations. Required 6+ years in machining with 3-5 axis experience, CNC programming ability, and blueprint reading skills.

Qualifications

• At minimum 6 years of relevant machining experience.
• Demonstrated experience with 3 to 5 axis machining/turning.
• Knowledge and understanding of CNC programming.
• Demonstrated experience understanding and utilizing blueprints.
• Previous experience with basic machine shop measuring tools.
• Must have knowledge of speeds and feeds for machine cutters.
• Must be able to work one of the following available shifts: Week Night: Sunday -Wednesday 4 x 10- 8pm-6:30am; Training will take place on Monday – Thursday, 1st shift; Flexible to work weekends, overtime, and alternate shifts when needed.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and operation of large 3 to 5 axis CNC Vertical Turret Lathe (VTL) and CNC Gantry Milling machines for turning and milling of precision aluminum ring forgings, plate stock and milling of stainless steel to produce high quality production hardware.
• Set-up tooling fixtures, indicating in large ring forgings and plates, identifying cutting tool requirements, loading CNC programs, visual inspecting, hand deburring, and wash operation of various manufacturing handling equipment such as overhead cranes.
• Validation of CNC program configuration for rings and large pattern plate stock parts while maintaining quality requirements.
• Work to specified tolerances and finishes to achieve blueprint specification of large scale rings and/or skin panels.
• Determine finishing requirements and prescribe in proper sequence the operations required and the methods and/or equipment necessary to accomplish the finishing of surfaces (deburring, wash booths, etc.).
• Perform periodic maintenance procedures on machinery and equipment in order to ensure proper fluid levels, cleanliness and travel of moving parts on all machinery.
• Maintain schedule metrics relating to maintenance procedures and/or problems and malfunctions that arise during assigned shift.
• Week Night: Sunday -Wednesday 4 x 10- 8pm-6:30am shift availability.

Skills

6+ years machining

3-5 axis machining

CNC programming

Blueprint reading

Measuring tools

Speeds and feeds

Education

High School/GED

Tools

CNC programming software

Job description

United Launch Alliance, LLC. is seeking an Aerospace Production Technician - CNC Machinist in Alabama. The role focuses on setting up and operating large CNC VTLs and Gantry Mills to produce precision aluminum ring forgings and stainless steel components.

You will load programs, inspect parts, and perform deburring and wash operations. Required 6+ years in machining with 3-5 axis experience, CNC programming ability, and blueprint reading skills.