Machinist A – Precision Aerospace Machining

Sierra Lobo; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Lobo seeks a qualified machinist for NASA's White Sands Test Facility in the Technical Services Department. The role requires reading blueprints, detailed layout work, and operating machine tools with precision. You will collaborate with a team to complete assigned tasks while maintaining safety standards.

Candidates must be a U.S. citizen, hold a machinist qualification, pass required exams, and meet WTDB certification expectations.

Qualifications

• Must meet all requirements for Machinist B (7 years total machine shop or trade school experience)
• Must pass machine part qualification test for Machinist A prior to hire/promotion
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license
• Must pass a physical examination per WSTF requirements
• Must have basic computer skills
• Must meet WTDB certification requirements, if applicable

Responsibilities

• Display and execute a Safety-First stance with yourself and coworkers
• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and develop sketches from supplied parts
• Perform detailed layout work and equipment set-ups under supervision
• Operate saws, lathes, mills, drill presses, and bench grinders within +/- .003 inch tolerances
• Work independently or as part of a team to complete tasks
• Wear PPE as directed and communicate safety concerns to management

Skills

Safety-first mindset

Blueprint reading

Layout work

Team player

PPE compliance

Education

Trade school or machinist program

Tools

Saws, lathes, mills

Drill presses

Bench grinders

Job description

Sierra Lobo seeks a qualified machinist for NASA's White Sands Test Facility in the Technical Services Department. The role requires reading blueprints, detailed layout work, and operating machine tools with precision. You will collaborate with a team to complete assigned tasks while maintaining safety standards.

Candidates must be a U.S. citizen, hold a machinist qualification, pass required exams, and meet WTDB certification expectations.