Machinist C

L3Harris; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies seeks a skilled Machinist in Huntsville, AL to operate various machine tools and produce precision components. This crucial role involves interpreting blueprints, performing inspections, and ensuring quality in production. Join a team committed to excellence and support in defense technology solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years machinist experience or 2 years with Associate's Degree.
• Experience with manual and CNC machining in manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machine tools to make precision parts.
• Interpret engineering specifications and manage work sequences.
• Perform in-process inspection of finished parts.

Skills

Blueprint Interpretation

Machining

Precision Measurement

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree

Tools

CNC Machines

Lathes

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 Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. 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

Job Code: 25206

Job Location: Huntsville, AL (AMF South Location)

Job Schedule:2nd Shift 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

This 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:

• 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.
• 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.
• Use, adjust, clean, and store the tools, machinery and equipment used.
• Keeps records and reports of the use of equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 6years of prior machinist experience or Secondary/Associates Degree with a minimum of 2years 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.

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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.

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