CNC MACHINIST 2ND SHIFT

Via Logic LLC; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 48,100 - 86,950; Full time

Job summary

A defense systems company in Colorado Springs is seeking a CNC Machinist for the 2nd shift. The role requires 3-5 years of experience in CNC machining, proficiency in reading engineering drawings, and the ability to operate CNC lathes and mills. Ideal candidates must work four 10-hour shifts and lift over 35 pounds. Successful applicants will join a dynamic environment focused on aerospace component manufacturing and be part of a dedicated team solving critical security challenges.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of precision machining experience on CNC Mills & CNC Lathes.
• Intermediate knowledge of shop math skills.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 35+ pounds unassisted.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC lathes and provide backup operations on CNC mills.
• Set up and run machines for various operations.
• Verify dimensional checks using fixtures or gauges.

Skills

Precision machining experience

Ability to read engineering drawings

Math skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

CNC Mills

CNC Lathes

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Overview

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

Your greatest work is ahead!

Leidos’ Defense Systems Colorado Manufacturing is seeking a CNC Machinist 2nd Shift to join our team at our Colorado Springs, CO location. The ideal candidate will need to have experience in programming, setup, and operation of a variety of machine tools including CNC Mills and CNC Lathes.

If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

Leidos Defense Systems Sector / Manufacturing provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions.

Responsibilities

• Must be capable of reading engineering drawings

• Operation of CNC lathes (primarily), provide backup operations on CNC mills and other manual equipment.

• You will be expected to set up and run machines on a wide variety of operations involving multiple machines that convert raw materials to precision finished goods within print tolerance specification.

• Use fixtures or gauges to verify accomplish dimensional checks.

• Experience in the manufacturing of large aerospace components from exotic materials is a plus. 5-axis and/or mill-turn experience.

• Applicants must be able to work on different projects in an ever changing, rapid paced environment with little or no assistance

• Performs other duties as required and available for overtime as necessary.

Qualifications

• Basic Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED

• 3-5 years of experience years of precision machining experience on CNC Mills & CNC Lathes.

• Intermediate knowledge of shop math skills.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings as well as understand basic work instructions for product fabrication

• General knowledge, skills, and understanding with hand and power tools to include, deburring tools, wrenches, etc.

• Proficiency with precision measuring and fixed gauge equipment (micrometers, calipers, electronic height gauges, etc.)

• Candidates must have the ability to lift a minimum of 35+ pounds unassisted.

• Candidates must be able to work overtime when required.

• Applicants must be able to work full-time, 4-days per week 10-hours per shift, 2ND shift.

• US Citizenship requirement and clearance requirement

• Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the manufacturing of complex aerospace components from exotic materials

• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Basic PC skills for data entry, timecard and production time entries

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:

April 15, 2026

Pay Range:

Pay Range $48,100.00 - $86,950.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.