Machinist Technician - Precision Metal Parts, Blueprints

Newport News Shipbuilding, A Division of HII; Goose Creek (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport News Shipbuilding is seeking a skilled machinist in Goose Creek, SC to set up and operate a broad range of machine tools to precise tolerances while interpreting blueprints and engineering specifications to determine operations, tooling, and setup.

The role requires either a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training with 5 years of related experience, or an associate's degree with 3 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with related machining training.
• Apprentice graduate or an Associate's Degree in a relevant discipline with 3 years of related experience.
• May require certification.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machinist tools to exacting tolerances.
• Interpret blueprints and specifications to determine tooling and setup.
• May modify NC programs and monitor quality using precision instruments.
• Ensure accurate measurements and layouts for parts.

Skills

Machining operations

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Apprentice/Associate's Degree in relevant discipline

Tools

NC machines

Job description

Newport News Shipbuilding is seeking a skilled machinist in Goose Creek, SC to set up and operate a broad range of machine tools to precise tolerances while interpreting blueprints and engineering specifications to determine operations, tooling, and setup.

The role requires either a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training with 5 years of related experience, or an associate's degree with 3 years of related experience.