CNC Machinist — Prototyping & Precision Parts

3M HEALTHCARE; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 61,600 - 129,300; Full time

Job summary

CACI is seeking a Machinist to operate CNC and manual mills/lathe machines, fabricate components, and finish parts with precision. You will read engineering drawings, apply GD&T, and collaborate with engineers on machining approaches. A DoD clearance eligibility is required, and the role demands strong communication in English.

This full-time position involves close teamwork with engineers and production staff, and opportunities for process improvements and skill expansion within a dynamic field.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required with extensive CNC experience.
• Experience reading/interpreting drawings/blueprints and GD&T.
• Proficiency in basic math and measurements for tolerances and fits.
• Effective verbal and written communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Machine components using CNC and manual mills and lathes.
• Program, set up, and operate 3- or 4-axis CNC machines.
• Hand-finish parts using contouring and polishing.
• Collaborate with design engineers and advise on machining approaches as SME.

Skills

Read drawings

Geometric tolerancing

Math computations

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CNC programming software

CAD/CAM

MS Windows

Job description

CACI is seeking a Machinist to operate CNC and manual mills/lathe machines, fabricate components, and finish parts with precision. You will read engineering drawings, apply GD&T, and collaborate with engineers on machining approaches. A DoD clearance eligibility is required, and the role demands strong communication in English.

This full-time position involves close teamwork with engineers and production staff, and opportunities for process improvements and skill expansion within a dynamic field.