Machinist 2 — CNC/Lean Tech with Growth & Shift Premium

Northrop Grumman; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plan

Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Charlottesville Machine Shop is seeking a Machinist 2 to operate conventional and CNC machines, set up jobs from blueprints, and contribute to lean initiatives.

The role requires strong shop math, fixture programming with CAM/CNC tools, and the ability to work first shift with potential second shift for workload. Apprenticeship or trade schooling plus two years’ experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED plus relevant Trade School Certification or two years of machining/manufacturing experience.
• Experience making machine set ups.
• Experience reading and following blueprints, documentation, and verbal instructions.
• Experience program fixturing using conversational controller or CAM software.
• Ability to sometimes work second shift based on workload.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and runs multiple production machines. Performs machine operations (including reworking parts) such as cutting, shaping, deburring, forming, drilling, and reaming parts.
• Aligns and fastens work using standard fixtures and established methods.
• Installs and adjusts cutting tools consistent with type and size of material being machined.
• Programs fixturing using Conversational controller or CAM software.
• Follows established manufacturing methods using standard production machines, materials, and tooling.
• Adjusts feeds, speeds, and depth of cut to machine quality parts, per documentation.
• Operates hand and power tools to deburr precision and complex machine parts in accordance with semi-complicated engineering blueprints and route sheets to close tolerances.
• Inspects parts for conformance to specifications using measuring instruments such as gauges, calipers, micrometers, and comparators.
• Routinely maintains equipment to ensure cleanliness, accuracy, and reliability specific to division requirements.
• Observes all company policies and procedures, including safety rules, and maintains a clean and orderly work area.
• Performs other related tasks as requested.
• Demonstrates effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, as well as the ability to work in a team environment.
• Interprets reports and uses job specific software applications.
• Has working knowledge of machine shop mathematics, may include trigonometry.

Skills

Machine setup experience

Blueprint reading

CAM programming basics

Education

High School Diploma or GED + trade school cert

Tools

Conversational controller

CAM software

Job description

Northrop Grumman Charlottesville Machine Shop is seeking a Machinist 2 to operate conventional and CNC machines, set up jobs from blueprints, and contribute to lean initiatives.

The role requires strong shop math, fixture programming with CAM/CNC tools, and the ability to work first shift with potential second shift for workload. Apprenticeship or trade schooling plus two years’ experience are preferred.