Machinist

CFD Research Corporation; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer matching 401(k)

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Company paid leave

Performance appraisals and bonuses

Job summary

CFD Research Corporation is seeking a Machinist based in Hollywood, AL, to operate and set up 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC machines. The ideal candidate should have an associate degree and at least 4 years of machining experience. Proficiency in tooling design and reading setup sheets is essential, along with strong communication skills. CFD Research offers competitive salaries, comprehensive insurance, and an employee stock ownership plan, ensuring a rewarding work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a US Citizen and eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
• At least 4 years of experience in a machining environment.
• Experience designing and developing tooling and fixtures.

Responsibilities

• Operate and setup 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC machines.
• Support technology development programs at the Engineering Test Center.

Skills

Operating CNC machines

Reading machine setup sheets

Strong communication skills

Tooling and fixture design

Proficient with materials

Education

Associate degree or higher

Tools

Mazak CNCs

Mastercam

Solidworks

Job description

Company Overview

CFD Research has delivered innovative technology solutions within the Aerospace & Defense, Biomedical & Life Sciences, Intelligence & Sensing, and Energy & Materials industries since 1987. CFD Research has earned multiple national awards for successful application and commercialization of innovative component and system technology prototypes, multi‑physics simulation software, multi‑disciplinary analyses, and expert support services. Based in Huntsville Alabama, with laboratory facilities and headquarters there, CFD Research also has office and laboratory facilities in Dayton Ohio, prototyping test and evaluation facilities in Hollywood Alabama, and office facilities in Fort Walton Beach Florida. CFD Research is an ISO9001:AS9100D registered company and is appraised at CMMI Level II for Services. CFD Research is a 100% ESOP employee‑owned company recognized in Inc Magazine’s Inc5000 as a top growing company for four of the last five years.

Position Summary

CFD Research Corporation is seeking a Machinist to play a pivotal role in the operation of 3‑, 4‑ and 5‑axis CNC machines. The role is a new addition to a growing team of engineers and technicians and encompasses machine setup to support technology development programs designed and prototyped at our new Hollywood Alabama Engineering Test Center, located a short distance from our Headquarters in Huntsville AL. The ideal candidate will have experience operating lathes, 3‑, 4‑ and 5‑axis CNC machines and reading machine setup sheets, tool lists and other related documents. Strong communication skills are required.

Basic Qualifications

• Must be a US Citizen and eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
• Position requires an associate degree or higher and at least 4 years of experience in a machining environment.
• Experience designing and developing tooling and fixtures for manufacturing.
• Proficient in working with a variety of materials, including plastics, aluminum, steel, stainless steels and nickel alloys.

Desired Qualifications

• Familiarity with AS9100 process.
• Deep understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience with ERP systems (Cetec).
• Experience with aerospace hardware.
• Experience with Mazak CNCs (Smooth AI).
• Experience with Mastercam and Solidworks.

Location

Location: This individual will work onsite in Hollywood AL.

Benefits

CFD Research offers competitive salaries and excellent employee benefits, including an employer matching 401(k) and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Full‑time permanent employee‑owners receive a highly competitive insurance package, including medical, vision and dental insurance. Additional benefits include company paid leave, compensation time, parental leave, long‑term and short‑term disability, accidental death and dismemberment and life insurance. Part‑time and temporary employee‑owners may receive partial or reduced benefits and leave time based on their employment status level. Performance appraisals occur twice a year and annual pay increases are based upon corporate goals, personal development, performance and outstanding achievements. Group and individual bonuses are awarded for exceptional performance.

EEO Statement

CFD Research is an EO employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.