Machinist III: Precision Parts & Fabrication

General Atomics and Affiliated Companies; California (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) seeks an experienced Machinist for our Adelanto, CA machine shop.

Under supervision, you will operate drill presses, lathes, mills and related equipment to fabricate precision parts per engineering blueprints. Applicants should have an associate degree or technical/training with at least four years of relevant experience, plus the ability to read drawings, good communication, and a willingness to work extended hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires an associate's degree or technical/trade training with 4+ years of experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints and diagrams.
• Ability to perform semi-routine set-up and fabricate machined parts.
• Safely operate machine tools with good judgment.
• Able to work independently and in a team; extended hours may be required.

Responsibilities

• Operate drill presses, lathes, mills, saws and shears.
• Clean machines and work area; deburr parts.
• Kit production tools, fixtures and raw materials.
• Inspect parts using blueprints and gauges.
• Monitor quality with statistical control or other procedures.
• Prepare and saw raw materials.
• May layout, fabricate and assemble components.

Skills

Set-up & fabrication

Machining equipment knowledge

Blueprint reading

Workflow management

Interpersonal communication

Basic computer skills

Education

Associate degree / technical training

Job description

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) seeks an experienced Machinist for our Adelanto, CA machine shop.

Under supervision, you will operate drill presses, lathes, mills and related equipment to fabricate precision parts per engineering blueprints. Applicants should have an associate degree or technical/training with at least four years of relevant experience, plus the ability to read drawings, good communication, and a willingness to work extended hours as needed.