Machinist

Safe Flight Instrument, LLC; City of White Plains (NY); On-site; USD 65,904,000 - 100,289,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Life insurance

On-site lunch

401K contribution

Wellness reimbursement

Education reimbursement

Paid time off

Sick time

Job summary

Safe Flight Instrument, LLC in White Plains, NY is seeking a seasoned machinist to read blueprints and set up precision machining processes for lathes, mills, drills, and grinders. The role emphasizes accuracy, GD&T interpretation, and collaboration with prototypes.

The position offers in-office hours Monday through Friday, with an hourly rate ranging from $23 to $35 depending on experience, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to perform complex math calculations and interpret measurement data.
• Hands-on mechanical understanding of machinery operation.
• Knowledge of GD&T symbols and blueprint interpretation.
• CNC programming/operating experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, schematics, and CAD models to determine machining methods.
• Operate manual and automated machines (lathes, mills, drill presses, grinders).
• Align and secure workpieces; zero tools for accuracy.
• Monitor feed and speed of machines.
• Compute and verify dimensions, sizes, shapes, and tolerances.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on equipment.
• Collaborate with prototypes to resolve fabrication issues.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Math calculations

Mechanical aptitude

GD&T interpretation

CNC programming

Education

4-year apprenticeship

Job description

About Us

Safe Flight, a leader in aviation safety and flight performance systems, was founded in 1946. The company pioneered the development of Stall Warning and Angle of Attack, Automatic Throttle Systems, Wind Shear Warning, and many other innovations in aircraft instrumentation, flight performance, and control systems for fixed and rotary winged aircraft. With product installed on over two-thirds of the world’s aircraft, Safe Flight counts among its customers the majority of the world’s aircraft manufacturers, more than 50 airlines, hundreds of operators of corporate jet aircraft and U.S. and International Armed Services.

JOB LOCATED IN WHITE PLAINS NY

Safe Flight is located in White Plains, NY.

Safe Flight’s benefits

include employer-funded health care, life insurance, on-site lunch program, 401K contribution, Wellness and Education Reimbursement, paid-time off and sick time, and various other programs.

Job Details

In office Monday through Friday 7:45 am to 4:15 p.m.

Hourly Rate: Ranges from $23 to $35 per hour, commensurate with experience

Duties/Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and CAD models to determine the best machining methods.
• Operating manual and automated machines (lathes, mills, drill presses, and grinders).
• Aligning and securing workpieces in the machine, and zeroing out the tools to ensure pinpoint accuracy.
• Monitor the feed and speed of machines.
• compute and verify dimensions, sizes, shapes, and tolerances of workpieces.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on equipment, minimizing machine downtime and increasing overall production efficiency.
• Collaborate with prototypes to resolve fabrication issues and suggest design or process improvements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Good communication and strong interpersonal skills required (team player).
• Ability to perform complex mathematical calculations and interpret measurement data.
• Mechanical aptitude, hands- on understanding of how machinery operates.
• Blueprint ability to interpret technical drawings and GD&T (Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing) symbols.
• Knowledge of CNC programming and/or operation a plus

Experience

• A minimum of 5+ years of experience.
• A formal 4-year apprenticeship programs are welcome.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.