Fabrication Shop C&C Operator

Ccmke; Maryland; On-site; USD 77,600 - 129,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid leave

Retirement plans

Education assistance

Job summary

A federal government contractor is seeking a Fabrication Shop C&C Operator located in Maryland. This full-time position requires a current SECRET Clearance and at least 5 years of manufacturing experience. The successful candidate will operate machine tools to produce high-quality prototypes, collaborate closely with engineers to implement new designs, and maintain strict quality standards. Salary ranges from $77,600 to $129,600 annually, with comprehensive benefits provided.

Qualifications

• Current SECRET Clearance required.
• Minimum of 5 years manufacturing training or industrial experience.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machine tools to produce precision parts.
• Work closely with engineers to execute new designs.
• Fabricate and repair prototype components.

Skills

CNC machine setup and operation

Manual machine tools operation

Attention to detail

Technical drawing interpretation

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

CMM

Job description

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.

Fabrication Shop C&C Operator Location US-MD-Indian Head ID 2026-4130 Category Engineering Position Type Full-Time Remote No Clearance Required Secret Overview

Responsibilities

• The W37 Machine Shop manufactures prototypes and test apparatus hardware supporting Joint, Interservice and service-specific experiments, assessments and demonstrations.
• The Engineering Technician will support all aspects of the manufacturing process including design for manufacturability analysis and administrative record keeping.
• Responsibilities include:
  • Setting up and operating a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments
  • Working closely with engineers and designers to bring new concepts to life
  • Fabricating, modifying, and repairing prototype components.
• This role requires a high degree of precision, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret a technical data package (Drawings, CAD Models, sketches).

Qualifications

• A minimum of a current SECRET Clearance is required.
• A minimum of 5 years of manufacturing training or similar industrial experience.

Experience in:

• Setting up and operating both CNC and manual machine tools, including lathes, mills, laser etchers, waterjets and EDM machines, to produce high-quality prototype parts.
• Fabricating, modifying, and assembling prototype components from a variety of materials, including metals (aluminum, steel, titanium) and plastics.
• Performing in-process and final inspections using precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, CMM) to ensure parts meet strict tolerance and quality standards.
• Working directly with the engineering and design teams to provide feedback on part manufacturability, suggest design improvements, and troubleshoot issues.
• Ability to lift 50lbs.

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $77,600.00/Yr. - USD $129,600.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement

EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status