Machinist Sr (Wire EDM) - 2nd Shift - Military Flight Controls Division

Parker Hannifin; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 36,713 - 55,448; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with matching contributions

Career development and tuition reimbursement

Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays

Job summary

Parker Hannifin, a leader in motion and control technologies located in Irvine, California, is seeking an experienced machinist to join their Military Flight Controls Division.

The successful candidate will operate various machining centers, including Wire EDM machines. Responsibilities include optimizing machining processes and ensuring quality through interpretation of blueprints.

Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package are provided.

Qualifications

• Three years related machining experience. Able to work with limited guidance in a team environment.
• Able to make machine set ups.
• Reads and follows blueprints, specifications, and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate various conventional and/or numerically controlled machining centers.
• Create, modify, and optimize Wire EDM programs based on prints.
• Monitor cutting conditions and make real-time adjustments.

Skills

Machining experience

Blueprint reading

Lean initiatives

Communication skills

Job description

Position Summary

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century, the company has enabled engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow.

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: "Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow." Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

Military Flight Controls Division

Supporting aircraft worldwide, Parker Aerospace’s Military Flight Controls Division (MFCD) provides primary and secondary flight control systems that make flight possible. Tested, proven and trusted in commercial and military applications for decades, MFCD provides precise position‑control actuation solutions for military aircraft across the United States and with foreign partners. The division’s JetPipe® electrohydraulic servovalve (EHSV) technology is used across commercial and military aircraft around the world. Headquartered in Irvine, California, the Military Flight Controls Division is the global leader in fly‑by‑wire flight control systems and electrohydraulic products and offers the world’s most advanced motor design capabilities for flight controls.

Responsibilities

Operates various conventional and/or numerically controlled machining centers on semi‑complex jobs. Works from blueprints, sketches, planning sheets, verbal instructions, and/or engineering, tooling, or equipment information. Contributes to lean initiatives to increase productivity and reduce costs. Works with limited guidance in a team environment.

Wire EDM Responsibilities

• Create, modify, and optimize Wire EDM programs (at the machine and/or offline software) based on prints, G1/G2/G3 geometry programs.
• Select appropriate wire type/size, power settings, flushing methods, and cutting strategies (rough/skim passes).
• Set up tooling, fixtures, and workholdings to ensure stability, accuracy, and repeatability.
• Establish and maintain proper machine offsets, datums, and reference points.
• Operate EDM Sinker Machines.

Machine Operation

• Operate Wire EDM machines to produce parts meeting tolerance, finish, and feature requirements.
• Monitor cutting conditions and make real‑time adjustments to maintain quality and prevent wire breaks.
• Perform unattended runs when applicable and ensure safe, consistent operation.

Inspection & Quality

• Interpret blueprints, GD&T, and work instructions to verify part requirements.
• Measure and document dimensions using precision inspection tools (micrometers, calipers, indicators, optical comparator, height gauge, etc.).
• Verify and maintain critical tolerances, surface finish, taper requirements, and geometry.
• Assist with first‑article inspection and in‑process checks; communicate issues proactively.

Process Improvement & Documentation

• Troubleshoot programming, setup, and process issues; recommend corrective actions.
• Improve cycle times and reduce scrap through process optimization and best practices.
• Maintain job documentation including setup sheets, tooling lists, and program revisions.

Other Machining Responsibilities

• Sets up and runs multiple production machines. Performs machine operations (including reworking parts) such as cutting, shaping, deburring, forming, drilling, and reaming parts. Performs machine operations where the materials, tooling, and sequence of operations have been pre‑planned and established. Makes necessary machine adjustments and reports improper machine functioning or cutting action for correction.
• Aligns and fastens work using standard fixtures and established methods.
• Installs and adjusts cutting tools consistent with type and size of material being machined.
• Follows established manufacturing methods using standard production machines, materials, and tooling.
• Adjusts feeds, speeds, and depth of cut to machine quality parts, per documentation.
• Operates hand and power tools to deburr precision and complex machine parts in accordance with semi‑complicated engineering blueprints and route sheets to close tolerances.
• Inspects parts for conformance to specifications using measuring instruments such as gages, calipers, micrometers and comparators.
• Uses various types of magnification equipment (including a microscope) to detect and avoid damage to surfaces and critical areas. Visually inspects parts for burrs or damaged machined surfaces.
• Routinely maintains equipment to ensure cleanliness, accuracy, and reliability specific to division requirements.
• Accurately and regularly performs statistical process control (SPC) specific to division requirements.
• Actively implements lean initiatives by identifying and providing suggestions on areas for improvement. Effectively applies lean concepts and tools in work area.
• Observes all company policies and procedures, including safety rules, and maintains a clean and orderly work area.
• Performs other related responsibilities, as requested.

Qualifications

• Three years related machining experience. Able to work with limited guidance in a team environment.
• Able to make machine set ups.
• Reads and follows blueprints, specifications, and verbal instructions.
• Has working knowledge of machine shop mathematics, may include trigonometry.
• Able to effectively apply lean initiatives.
• Demonstrates effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, as well as the ability to work in a team environment.
• Interprets reports and uses job‑specific software applications. Able to use employee self‑service systems to access on‑line information and use specialized automated systems (e.g., PMR, TORS, e‑mail).
• Effectively demonstrates team member competencies and participates in goal setting, performance feedback, and self‑development activities.

Typical Mental and Physical Demands

Walk, stand, and sit for extended periods of time. Demonstrate manual dexterity and use hands to operate machinery. Specific vision abilities required include close vision. Expected regular attendance, cooperative and professional attitude. May be required to lift up to 50 lbs.

Drug‑Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug‑free workplace. All applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $26.65 /hr to $40.25 /hr
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined‑contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company‑Paid Holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. Employment decisions are based on job‑related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. U.S. citizenship, permanent residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions in accordance with U.S. import and export regulations.

For additional information about Equal Employment Opportunity, please refer to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.