Machinist I

VSE Aviation; Venice (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

VSE Aviation in Venice, FL is seeking a Machinist I to perform alteration tasks on civil aviation articles according to FAA data and approved maintenance practices.

The role includes developing, duplicating, and manufacturing tooling equipment as required, with duties spanning inspection, precision measurement, and multiple machining processes to ensure timely delivery and quality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent.
• 2 years of machinist experience.
• Flexible to changing workloads/priorities based on customer requirements.
• Maintain an orderly and productive work environment.
• Ability to function in fast paced environment while maintaining a high level of quality.
• Basic computer operating skills (Word).

Responsibilities

• Prioritize components for repairs to ensure delivery requirements are met on time.
• Apply specialty coatings to aviation components as required.
• Ensures up-to-date knowledge of all tools and proper use of equipment within assigned area of responsibility.
• Document maintenance records of all repair work orders performed.
• Utilize precision measuring equipment daily.
• Weld utilizing ARC, MIG and TIG.
• Operate an oxygen/acetylene torch.
• Operate a plasma torch.
• Develop and duplicate tooling using engineering drawings.
• Maintain inventory supplies for daily operation.
• Inspect work completed on aviation components.
• Operate manual lathe machines.
• Operate manual milling machines.
• Operate cut-off saws.
• Operate band saws.
• Operate bench grinders.
• Operate belt sanders.
• Operate drill presses.
• Operate the forklift as needed.
• Inspect work completed on aviation components.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Machining

Precision measuring

Quality focus

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Manual lathe

Manual milling machines

Bench grinders

Welding equipment

Oxygen/acetylene torch

Plasma torch

Job description

• Operate bench grinders.

SUMMARY

The Machinist I will perform alteration tasks on civil aviation articles in accordance with the current technical data provided in the manufacturers’ Instructions for Continued Airworthiness, Services Bulletins, service letters, Airworthiness Directives, government and industry standard practices, and other data acceptable to or approved by the FAA. In addition to that, the machinist will also develop, duplicate, and manufacture tooling equipment as required.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prioritize components for repairs to ensure delivery requirements are met on time.
• Apply specialty coatings to aviation components as required.
• Ensures up-to-date knowledge of all tools and proper use of equipment within assigned area of responsibility.
• Document maintenance records of all repair work orders performed.
• Utilize precision measuring equipment daily.
• Weld utilizing ARC, MIG and TIG.
• Operate an oxygen/acetylene torch.
• Operate a plasma torch.
• Develop and duplicate tooling using engineering drawings.
• Maintain inventory supplies for daily operation.
• Inspect work completed on aviation components.
• Operate manual lathe machines.
• Operate manual milling machines.
• Operate cut-off saws.
• Operate band saws.
• Operate bench grinders.
• Operate belt sanders.
• Operate drill presses.
• Operate the forklift as needed.
• Inspect work completed on aviation components.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent.
• 2 years of machinist experience.
• Flexible to changing workloads/priorities based on customer requirements.
• Maintain an orderly and productive work environment.
• Ability to function in fast paced environment while maintaining a high level of quality.
• Basic computer operating skills (Word).

Preferred Requirements

• 1 year of welding experience.

Other

• The selected applicant will be subject to a background check and drug testing.