Machinist

StandardAero; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Machinist to join their dynamic team in Cincinnati, Ohio. This role offers the opportunity to work with advanced machining tools and techniques while contributing to a collaborative and supportive work environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong mechanical and mathematical skills, along with the ability to interpret blueprints and specifications. With a commitment to continuous improvement and teamwork, this position promises career stability and growth in the expanding aviation sector. If you take pride in your craftsmanship and enjoy working with a team, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Healthcare

401(k) with 100% company match

Paid Time Off starting on day one

Bonus opportunities

Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Life & AD&D Insurance

Learning & Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Proficient in operating manual machining tools and interpreting blueprints.
• Strong mechanical and mathematical aptitude with a focus on precision.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret specifications and blueprints for machining operations.
• Verify product dimensions for accuracy using precision instruments.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Mathematical Aptitude

Blueprint Interpretation

Troubleshooting

Education

Completion of Machinist Apprenticeship Program

Trade Certification

Tools

Manual VTL

Lathes

Grinders

Mills

Precision Measuring Instruments

Job description

MACHINIST

Cincinnati, Ohio

Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of

At StandardAero, we use our ingenuity and know-how to find solutions for the simple to the most complex challenges in Aviation. Together, we get the job done and done well. Bring your mechanical aptitude, a strong work ethic, and a hunger for learning – we’ll teach you the rest.

What’s it like at StandardAero

Collaboration, teamwork, and having each other's backs are the norm here. Our growth in this expanding industry means getting career stability and opportunities to grow. With great resources, an inclusive atmosphere, and a culture based on shared values, we’ll support you in building a solid career with a team you can count on.

Specific Accountabilities

1. Reads and interprets specification manuals, blueprints, templates and layouts to determine machining operation to be performed.
2. Computes dimensions and tolerances and measures and lays out work pieces.
3. Verifies dimensions of products for accuracy and conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, gauges and micrometers.
4. Troubleshoots, debugs, and modifies to achieve expected performance.
5. Adjusts and sets up machine tools for use by machining tool operators.
6. Participates in continuous improvement of cell processes.
7. Cross trains in other complementary skills and seeks endorsements for those skills as needed to support production requirements.
8. Moves between production assignments that utilize multiple skills endorsements as needed to support production requirements.
9. Participates in the cross training of other technicians as needed to support production requirements.
10. Responsible for observing all applicable safety requirements and reporting immediately any unsafe practices/conditions.
11. Carries out other duties as assigned.

Technical Requirements

1. Must be proficient in the operation of Manual VTL, Lathes, Grinders and Mills.
2. High degree of mechanical aptitude, accuracy and precision.
3. Thorough knowledge of manufacturing, tool design, fabrication methods and processes, metallurgy and heat-treating.
4. Working knowledge of welding, hydraulics, electricity and pneumatics.
5. Proficient in the use of precision measuring instruments and hand tools.
6. Ability to read, understand and interpret blueprints.
7. Strong mathematical aptitude.
8. Working knowledge of related company instructions, company processes, rework process instructions, original equipment manufacturer manuals, and MSDS labels.
9. Working knowledge of production management computer systems and other related internal control systems.
10. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (unassisted) for approximately 25% of the average workday.
11. Regularly required to stand for prolonged periods.
12. Completion of a machinist apprenticeship program or equivalent.
13. Attainment of trade certification.
14. Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Preferred Characteristics

1. Prior experience in machine set-ups, tool changes are preferred.
2. Prior or current programming experience preferred.
3. Basic knowledge of G&M codes preferred.
4. Prior or current CNC experience would be a plus.

What makes a good fit for StandardAero

We love people who take pride in their work and being collaborative with their team. We work together and support each other. We’re very team-oriented too and that is greatly valued. We also believe in getting the job done, whatever it takes and that’s a work ethic that is often hard to describe. We love that too — it’s what makes us great partners and teammates to each other. We are respectful of each other and who we are, and welcome people from all walks of life and give everyone open access to learn and build skills. If this sounds like a great fit for you, we hope you apply and join us.

Benefits that make life better:

1. Comprehensive Healthcare
2. 401(k) with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
3. Paid Time Off starting on day one
4. Bonus opportunities
5. Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
6. Short- & Long-Term Disability
7. Life & AD&D Insurance
8. Learning & Training opportunities