CNC Machinist Lead - Weekend shift

COMFORT SYSTEMS; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos in Huntsville, AL seeks a CNC Machinist Lead on weekend shift to lead a small team and produce precision aerospace components from CAD drawings. The role requires read engineering drawings, operate CNC Mills and Lathes, and handle exotic materials; 5-axis/mill-turn experience is a plus.

You'll work Fri-Sun 5:30am–6:00pm, 12-hour shifts, with potential overtime. U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a Secret clearance are required. Pay range shows competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School diploma/GED with at least 5 years of precision machining on CNC Mills & CNC Lathes.
• Ability to lift 35+ pounds and stand for long periods.
• Willingness to overtime and full-time schedule Fri-Sun.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct a small team by example.
• Read engineering drawings and CAD models to produce precision parts.
• Experience machining aerospace components from exotic materials; 5-axis/mill-turn experience is a plus.
• This role operates in a dynamic R&D environment with minimal supervision.

Skills

CNC Milling

CNC Lathes

Reading drawings CAD models

5-axis machining

Team leadership

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

CAM software

Job description

Description

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.

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?

Leidos is seeking a talented CNC Machinist Lead Weekend Shift to join our Mechanical Manufacturing team in Huntsville, AL. 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.

Your greatest work is ahead!

Leidos Defense 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. To explore and learn more, click here (https://www.leidos.com/company/our-business/defense) !

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead and direct a small team by example.
• TheCNC Machinistmust be capable of reading engineering drawings and CAD models to produce unique precision parts.
• Experience in the manufacturing of complex aerospace components from exotic materials, such as Titanium, is a plus.
• 5-axis and/or mill-turn experience is a plus.
• This role will work on different projects in an ever changing, rapid paced R&D environment with little or no assistance.

Basic Qualifications

• Candidates must possess a High School diploma/GED with at least 5yearsof precision machining experience on CNC Mills & CNC Lathes.
• Candidates must have the ability to lift a minimum of 35+ pounds unassisted and stand for long periods of time.
• Candidate must be able to work overtime when required.
• Regular attendance is required.
• Applicant must be able to work a full-time, 3-days per week 12-hours per shift, Fri/Sat/Sun 5:30am to 6:00pm
• Candidate must be a US Citizen and possess or meet the eligibility to obtain (and be able to maintain) a Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 axis machining experience with Fanuc, Siemens 840D controls.
• (2) two years of 2D & 3D experience with a CAM software tool.
• Experience machining in a prototype environment.

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Pay Range

Pay Range $69,550.00 - $125,725.00

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 .

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits .

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

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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.