Machinist B - 1st Shift

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Machinist B to set up and operate machine tools to manufacture parts to tight tolerances. You will interpret blueprints and specifications, select operations, and work with lathes, CNC machines, and precision grinders.

Preferred candidates have a High School Diploma or equivalent with 4 years machinist experience (or 2 years post-secondary with 0-2 years), plus experience with manual lathe and CNC machining.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 4 years machinist experience or 2 years with associate degree.
• Experience as a manual machinist on a conventional lathe and CNC machining.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering specifications.
• Knowledge of shop mathematics and inspection techniques.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machine tools to fabricate parts per drawings.
• Interpret blueprints, determine sequence of operations, and select tools.
• Inspect finished parts and perform in-process inspections.
• Maintain records of equipment use and keep tools clean and stored.

Skills

Manual machining

CNC machining

Blueprint reading

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or trade certification

Tools

Conventional lathe

CNC milling machines

Precision measuring tools

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

Job Code: 43200

Job Location: Huntsville, AL- AMF South

Job Schedule: 4/10: Employees work 10 hour days, 4 days a week – 1st shift

Job Description:

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:

• This position interprets 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.
  Fabricates piece parts per work instructions, drawings and specifications through the use of required machine tools. Inspects piece parts per work instruction and drawing requirements. Sets up and operates machine tools. Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Ability to run machine shop equipment such as lathes, CNC, milling machines, precision grinders, etc. to make parts to exacting tolerances and dimensions.
• Uses, adjusts, cleans and stores the tools, machinery and equipment used.
• Keeps 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/Associates degree with 0 to 2 years of prior machinist experience. Secondary/Associates Degree with 0 to 2 years of prior machinist experience.
• Experience as a manual machinist on a conventional lathe and CNC machining in an industrial / manufacturing environment.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• 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 mathematic principles to solve problems.
• The ability to work in a team environment and relate to all levels of employees.

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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.

L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer.