Machinist III

VSE; Florida; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

VSE in Florida is seeking a Machinist III to perform alteration tasks on civil aviation articles, following FAA-approved data and directives, and to develop tooling as required.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree or 3 years related experience, at least 4 years in manual machining and welding; requires precision, ability to use measuring equipment, and experience with lathes, milling, torches, and various saws.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 3 years of related work experience in lieu of degree.
• At least 4 years of manual machinist experience.
• At least 4 years of welding experience.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality.
• Basic computer operating skills.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize components for repairs to meet delivery requirements.
• Apply specialty coatings to aviation components as required.
• Document maintenance records of all repair work orders performed.
• Utilize precision measuring equipment daily.
• Weld using ARC, MIG and TIG.
• Operate lathes, milling machines, and various saws.
• Inspect work completed on aviation components.

Skills

Precision measuring

Fast-paced environment

Basic computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

3 years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Manual lathe

Manual milling machines

Cut-off saws

Band saws

Bench grinders

Drill presses

Welding equipment (ARC, MIG, TIG)

Oxygen/acetylene torch

Plasma torch

Forklift operation

Job description

SUMMARY: The Machinist III 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:Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: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:Bachelor’s degreeOR an additional 3 years of specific work experience in lieu of degree.4 years of manual machinist experience is required.4 years of welding experience is required.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.OTHER:The selected applicant will be subject to a background check and drug testing.