Experimental Process Machinist 1st Shift

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

Job summary

A leading company in dynamic component manufacturing seeks an Experimental Process Machinist for the first shift. The role involves operating CNC multi-axis machines and assisting in process development for various components. Candidates must have at least five years of relevant experience and comply with ITAR regulations. This position promises a full-time schedule with opportunities to contribute to innovative processes in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Five years CNC experience operating precision Multi-Axis equipment.
• Experience with dynamic component manufacturing.
• Must be a U.S. person as defined by ITAR.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates CNC multi-axis manufacturing equipment.
• Advises engineers in developing manufacturing processes.
• Ensures safe operating conditions and cleanliness.

Skills

CNC Multi-Axis Operation

Precision Measurement

Troubleshooting

Job description

Experimental Process Machinist 1st Shift

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.

Qualifications

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 beU.S.persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines aU.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)

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)., Non-U.S. persons selected must meet eligibility requirements for access to export-restricted information. , The ITAR/EAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Recruiting Company: Bell Textron Inc.
Primary Location: US-Texas-Fort Worth
Job Function: Manufacturing
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Experienced
Shift: First Shift
Job Posting: 05/21/2025, 12:24:39 PM
Job Number: 330944