Machinist I (Contract)

Airbus; United States; Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus is seeking a Machinist I or II to join their Mobile, AL team. The role involves setting up and operating CNC equipment, programming, and ensuring quality standards. As part of a dedicated team, you'll contribute to high-quality aircraft manufacturing in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Min 5 years experience in a Machine/Fab Shop.
• Experience in Aerospace or related fields.
• Ability to program using CATIA or similar.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC Production and manual equipment.
• Code programs for new parts and create setup instructions.
• Produce quality products according to specifications.

Skills

CNC Programming

Machining

Blueprint Reading

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Job Description:

Airbus Commercial Aircraft is looking for a Machinist I or II to join our team in Mobile, AL.

The candidate will work in the Machine Shop, set up and operate Computer Numeric Control (CNC) Production equipment as well as manual shop equipment (milling machines and lathes).

Meet the team:
● The team at the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing facilities help assemble the finest aircraft in the world, along two (soon to be three) production lines for the A220 and A320 Family aircraft. On the shop floor you’ll be surrounded by individuals who are passionate about aviation and skilled in areas like electrical, structure and quality. Join our team and help build the next generation of aircraft.

Your working environment:
● Nearby on ‘Airbus Way’ you will find the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility for
commercial aircraft. Opened at the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley in 2015, the facility produces A320 Family aircraft and added a second product line for the A220 in 2019. The facility, which strengthens the U.S. aerospace industry, is part of Airbus’ strategy to enhance its global competitiveness by meeting the growing needs of its customers in the United States and beyond.

Your challenges:
● Perform all aspects of machining to include setup and operation of equipment such as:
3-axis and 5-axis CNC mills, lathes, routers, lasers and manual milling machine and manual Experience programming using CATIA or better required.
● Ability to read and write g-code using CAM software and at the machine controller as
● Produce quality products in a timely manner using specifications and documents in
conjunction with written work
● Code programs for new parts that come into the shop
● Create instructions for the setups
● Review CAD design blueprints

Your boarding pass:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Five (5)+ years of experience working in a Machine/Fab Shop
• Five (5)+ years of experience in Aerospace (or related/transferrable field)

Physical Requirements:

• Vision: adequate to enter and read material on computer screens. Able to identify individuals to initiate greetings, the giving of directions and other business interactions
• Hearing: able to hear sufficiently to engage in conversation in office settings Able to hear alerts and warning signals.
• Speaking: able to engage in conversations in person and via electronic means and deliver information to groups of varying size with or without amplification
• Equipment Operation: Able to operate a wide range of personal and office electronic equipment
• Carrying: able to occasionally carry up to 20lbs/9kg while engaging in training, addressing production issues or as part of continuous improvement projects.
• Lifting: able to occasionally lift up to 30lbs/14kg.
• Pushing/Pulling: able to push/pull items in office areas and on the shop floor
• Sitting: able to sit for extended periods of time at the computer and in meetings.
• Squatting/Kneeling: able to occasionally squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items shelved on bottom shelves.
• Standing: able to stand for extended periods of time delivering information.
• Travel: able to travel
• Walking: able to walk through office and production areas, around flight lines and airstrips and sometimes on uneven indoor and/or outdoor surfaces.

This position is a temporary (contract) position with no specific time period but could be extended or shortened as needed. Contractors are employed by a 3rd party vendor and placed on assignment to Airbus in America.

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This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Americas, Inc.

Employment Type:

Agency / Temporary

Experience Level:

Professional

Remote Type:

On-site

Job Family:

Machine Operator

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Job Posting End Date: 07.14.2025

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