Junior Machinist- 5 Axis CNC

CACI; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 35,459 - 50,502; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including healthcare, retirement, and time off

Job summary

CACI is looking for a skilled CNC Machinist to provide technical support at the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Bethesda, Maryland. The role entails programming and operating CNC machines to fabricate prototype naval components for research and development testing.

The ideal candidate will have at least a High School Diploma or GED and experience with CNC machining, along with the ability to interpret engineering drawings. Comprehensive benefits are offered, and a DoD Secret Clearance is required.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience with setting up, programming, editing and operating CNC machines.
• Experience with machining metals like aluminum and stainless steel.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Machine model components using CNC and manual mills and lathes.
• Program, setup, and operate 3-, 4-, or 5-axis CNC machines.
• Collaborate with design engineers on machining approaches.

Skills

CNC programming

Machine operation

Effective communication

Mathematical computations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CNC mills

Lathes

Job description

CACI is looking for a Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machinist for technical support at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) Model Shop fabricating prototype naval component scale models for R&D testing. This employee will also serve as the subject matter expert on CNC programming and fabrication, and will advise shop management, supervisors, and planners on the difficulty, complexity and risks that may arise in fabrication of potentially complex parts.

More About the Role

• Machine model components using CNC and manual mills and lathes.
• Program, setup, and operate 3-, 4-, or 5-axis CNC machines.
• Hand-finish parts as required, using contouring and polishing.
• Collaborate with design engineers, make recommendations and share best practices with machining approaches and materials as a subject matter expert (SME) on machining
• Read and interpret engineering drawings (CAD/CAM) and tolerancing schemes, including GD&T.

You’ll Bring These Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1-5 years of experience with setting up, programming, editing and operating CNC milling and lathe machines
• Experience with machining metals (aluminum, stainless steel) and other materials
• Experience with design process and mechanical assembly. Must be able to read and interpret drawings and blueprints
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an DoD Secret Clearance
• Effective verbal and written communication in English
• Basic MS Windows skills
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to move or transfer products with an overhead crane; Ability to lift 50 lbs. when required; While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

These Qualifications Would Be Nice to Have

• Active DoD Secret Clearance

Pay Range

This posting is for a position covered by the Service Contract Labor Standards (SCA). The pay and benefits provided for this position will meet or exceed the minimum required amounts detailed in the wage determination issued by the Department of Labor and made applicable to this position, as incorporated into CACI’s government contract for the work location.

Minimum Required Hourly Wage:

$31.20

At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.