Experimental Process Machinist 1st Shift

Kautex Textron; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in manufacturing dynamic components seeks an experienced CNC Machinist to set up and operate multi-axis equipment. The role involves precise machining tasks, development of manufacturing processes, and compliance with safety and quality standards. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience with CNC systems and a commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• Five years of CNC experience operating precision Multi-Axis equipment.
• Ability to work with drawings, 3D models, and engineering specifications.
• Experience with dynamic component manufacturing and tool management systems.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate various CNC and manual grinders.
• Assist engineers in developing manufacturing processes.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and maintain housekeeping.

Skills

CNC operation

Precision measuring

Machining

Tools

CNC multi-axis equipment

Precision measuring instruments

Machinist hand tools

Job description

Work Performed:

· Sets up and operates all types of digitally driven manufacturing equipment including CNC multi-axis / multi-function machines, gear cutting, gear grind, surface grind machines and various other integrated systems.

· Sets up and operates internal, centerless, surface, external, thread and universal grinders for development and tool work. Must be able grind steps, tapers, recesses, shoulders, angles, contours and threads. Must be able to set up truing devices on thread grinding for various types and forms of threads.

· Set-ups and work must be held to extremely close tolerances

· Advises and assists Engineers in development of new processes to manufacture various metallic and/or composite dynamic components such as transmission and gearbox cases, covers, housings, power & accessory gears (including spiral bevel, helical and hypoid), and various metallic rotor and airframe components

· Performs all machine set-up and operation steps necessary to complete assigned job.

· Works from drawings, 3D models, engineering orders, sketches or verbal instructions

· Uses a wide variety of precision measuring instruments.

· Works to insure safe operating conditions, and normal housekeeping of assigned process areas.

· All work performed will be for experimental purposes only.

Tools & Equipment Used:

· All types of dynamic component manufacturing equipment –load / unload equipment, overhead crane, tool set equipment, machinist hand tools and precision measuring instruments, manual and dynamic fixtures.

Experience & other requirements:

· Five (5) years CNC experience in the last seven (7) years operating precision Multi-Axis (e.g. 4 Axis or more) numerically controlled equipment with integrated tool management systems.

· Experience gained at Bell will count toward the required experience and other requirements for job bidding purposes.

· Until June 30, 2025 upgraded employees will have a sixty day (60) trial period in the new job classification during which time they must demonstrate their ability to meet the requirements for the job.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Textron is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V)