CNC Machinist Weekend Shift

Koitecc Solutions; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Defense Systems Colorado Manufacturing in Colorado Springs, CO is seeking a CNC Machinist 2nd Shift. The ideal candidate will have experience programming, setting up and operating CNC Mills and CNC Lathes, reading engineering drawings, and ensuring print tolerance.

The role requires reading drawings, operating lathes primarily with mill backup, and setting up multiple machines to produce aerospace components.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of precision machining experience on CNC Mills & Lathes.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Proficiency with precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, height gauges).
• Must be able to lift 35+ pounds and work overtime when required.
• Willingness to work Fri, Sat, Sun 6AM-6PM and US citizenship clearance.

Responsibilities

• Read engineering drawings and set up/run machines on multiple operations.
• Operate CNC lathes (primary) with back-up on CNC mills.
• Verify dimensional accuracy using fixtures or gauges to tolerance.
• Produce aerospace components from exotic materials; 5-axis/mill-turn a plus.
• Collaborate in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

Skills

Reading drawings

CNC lathe operation

CNC milling

Programming

Shop math

Gauging & inspection

Manual tooling

Overtime availability

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

CNC Lathes

CNC Mills

Fixed gauge equipment

Job description

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.

Primary 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.

Basic Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• 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.
• Candidate must be willing to work Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 6AM-6PM.
• 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

Pay Range $57,850.00 - $104,575.00

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

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.