Machinist B

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Orange (VA); On-site; USD 25,168 - 46,356; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Machinist B for our Orange, VA location on-site with a 1st shift 4/10 schedule (10-hour days, four days a week). The role involves setting up and operating lathes, milling machines, and grinders to produce parts meeting exact tolerances.

Essential functions include reading blueprints, choosing operations, and maintaining equipment records. A High School Diploma or equivalent and machinist experience are required, with preferred CNC and Journeyman certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 4+ years’ machinist experience or 2 years post-secondary/Associate’s Degree with 0–2 years’ experience.
• Trade school certification or Journeyman certification strongly desired.
• Experience with manual machining and setting up milling machines and lathes.

Responsibilities

• Interpret blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications; determine sequence of operations, number of cuts required, and method of setup.
• Fabricate piece parts per work instructions, drawings and specifications through the use of required machine tools. Inspect piece parts per work instruction and drawing requirements. Set up and operate machine tools.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Use, adjust, clean and store the tools, machinery and equipment used.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree (optional)

Tools

CNC machining

Lathe operation

Milling machines

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high‑performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work‑life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission‑critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end‑to‑end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Machinist B | Location: Orange, VA; On‑site | Schedule: 1st Shift 4/10 (10‑hour days, 4 days a week)

Job Description

The Aerojet Rocketdyne Segment of L3Harris is seeking a Machinist B to work at our Orange, VA location. Our site near Culpeper, VA in beautiful, rural Orange County (1.5 hours from Washington, DC) is growing! This site is our center of excellence for Solid Rocket Motor Propulsion and Energetics development as well as high‑complexity production programs.

Position sets up and operates a variety of machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, precision grinders, etc. to make parts, mechanisms, tools, or machines to exacting tolerances and dimensions.

Essential Functions

• Interpret blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications; determine sequence of operations, number of cuts required, and method of setup and arrangement; work with a variety of machinist’s hand tools and precision measuring instruments; make shop computations; and fit and put together precision parts and determine material, parts and equipment required.
• Fabricate piece parts per work instructions, drawings and specifications through the use of required machine tools. Inspect piece parts per work instruction and drawing requirements. Set up and operate machine tools.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Use, adjust, clean and store the tools, machinery and equipment used.
• Keep records and reports of the use of equipment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 4 years of prior machinist experience or 2 years post‑secondary/Associate’s Degree with 0‑2 years of prior machinist experience.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Experience as a manual machinist on a conventional lathe and CNC machining in an industrial / manufacturing environment.
• A trade school certification or state‑licensed Journeyman Machinist certification is strongly desired.
• Manual machining experience is preferred.
• Working knowledge of setting up the operation of milling machines and lathes.
• Working knowledge of engineering drawings, blueprints, production plans and/or work instructions.
• Working knowledge performing in‑process inspection of finished parts utilizing appropriate inspection and gaging equipment.
• Knowledge of industry applicable laws, codes, ordinances and regulations.
• Knowledge of machine tools and equipment, machine shop procedures and practices, principals and properties.
• Knowledge of basic mathematical principles to solve problems.
• The ability to work in a team environment and relate to all levels of employees.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $18.27/hr – $33.65/hr. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company‑paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug‑free workplace and performs pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.

L3Harris Technologies is an E‑Verify Employer. L3Harris provides the E‑Verify Poster in English and Spanish. For information regarding your Right To Work, L3Harris provides materials in English and Spanish.