CNC Machinist

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense; Simsbury (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD) seeks a qualified CNC Machinist in Simsbury, CT, reporting to the Machine Shop Supervisor. The role involves fabricating precision parts on CNC and manual mills and lathes to meet production and quality standards.

The position requires setting up tools, running first article pieces, and verifying dimensions with precision instruments while using appropriate feeds, speeds, and cutting conditions on multiple machines.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of CNC operation with setup experience.
• Experience running 5-axis machinery.
• General knowledge of GD&T, blueprint reading and inspection tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must meet ITAR and BATFE background requirements.

Responsibilities

• Complete tool, fixture, and material setup on CNC mill and lathe.
• Run first piece articles and prepare for inspection.
• Verify parts using precision measuring equipment.
• Change tools and offsets based on cutting conditions.
• Follow proper methodology and cutting tools to produce quality parts.
• Use correct feed, speed, and cutting parameters for various materials.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

5-axis machining

Blueprint reading

GD&T knowledge

Verbal and written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Haas UMC-750 CNC 5-Axis Mill

Okuma L2000e 2-axis Lathe

Bridgeport Manual 3-Axis Mill

Job description

At Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD), we believe that our strengths are built on our most important resource - our people. Join EBAD and you'll be a part of a team who creates cutting edge technology that will blast us into the future. No other company can match the innovative energetic solutions that we provide. At EBAD you will actively contribute to successful missions putting men, women and satellites into space, and protecting our armed service men and women around the world. If this is the culture and work environment you are seeking, then EBAD is the place for you!

Job Description EBAD seeks a qualified candidate for the position CNC Machinist, reporting to the Machine Shop Supervisor.

The position is located in Simsbury, CT.

The CNC Machinist is responsible for fabricating precision-machined parts by setting up and operating CNC and manual mills and lathes.

Equipment is Haas UMC-750 CNC 5-Axis Mill, Hardinge Bridgeport V480 3 axis mill, TRAK TMC7 mill, ST-25Y CNC Turret Lathe, Okuma L2000e 2 axis lathe , Babin TML-5C Manual Lathe and Bridgeport Manual 3-Axis Mill.

Responsibilities

• Complete tool, fixture, and material setup on CNC mill and lathe.
• Running first piece article ready for inspection.
• Verifying parts by using precision measuring equipment.
• Changing tools and offsets based on cutting conditions.
• Using proper methodology and cutting tools to produce quality parts that adhere to production and quality standards.
• Using proper feed, speed, and other cutting parameters based on work piece matls such as aluminum, steel, stainless steel, titanium, etc.
• Other similar or related duties as required.

Requirements

• Must have experience running 5 axis machinery.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in CNC operation with setup experience.
• General knowledge of GD&T, blueprint reading and inspection tools
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Minimum High school education or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to communicate with others effectively in both written and verbal fashion.
• Must be able to meet all ITAR and BATFE background requirements

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD), headquartered in Simsbury, CT with facilities in Moorpark, CA, and Graham, KY is a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions. Our capabilities include customized man-portable breaching systems; fully integrated payload system, subsystem or energetic component production; shock tube-based, signal transmission technology integrated with our highly reliable family of detonators; and armored vehicle solutions.

EBAD also has extensive satellite/spacecraft and missile/aircraft/launch vehicle manufacturing capabilities for system initiation, signal transfer, separation release, actuation and deployment and flight termination. No matter what the mission, EBAD can provide tailored, customized solutions to address our customers' challenges.

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.