Manual Machinist

Leidos; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Manual Machinist to join their Mechanical Manufacturing team in Huntsville, AL. The ideal candidate will have experience with manual mills and lathes, and the role involves producing precision components in a dynamic environment. Full-time availability with the ability to work overtime is required.

Qualifications

• Experience with manual mills and lathes required.
• Ability to lift 35+ pounds unassisted.
• Must be a US Citizen and eligible for Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Produce unique precision parts by reading engineering drawings.
• Manufacture complex components from steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
• Work on various projects in a fast-paced R&D environment.

Skills

Machining on manual mills

Machining on manual lathes

Ability to read engineering drawings

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Vertical band saw

Horizontal band saw

Common power tools

Job description

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Description

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Description

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At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

Leidos Defense Systems Sector is seeking a talented Manual Machinist to join our Mechanical Manufacturing team in Huntsville, AL. The ideal candidate will need to have experience with manual mills, lathes, vertical and horizontal band saws and common power tools.

Primary Responsibilities

• The Machinist must be capable of reading engineering drawings to produce unique precision parts.
• Experience in the manufacturing of complex components from steel, stainless steel and aluminum.
• Mechanical assembly experience is a plus.
• This role will work on different projects in an ever changing, rapid paced R&D environment with little or no assistance.
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• Candidates must possess a High School diploma/GED with knowledge of machining on manual mills and lathes
• Candidates must have the ability to lift a minimum of 35+ pounds unassisted
• Candidate must be able to work overtime when required
• Applicant must be able to work a full-time, 4-days per week 10-hours per shift, 1st shift
• Candidates must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama, AL area
• Candidate must be a US Citizen and possess or meet the eligibility to obtain (and be able to maintain) a Secret Clearance
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience machining in a prototype environment
• Experience with Mechanical assembly
  
  

Original Posting

May 27, 2025

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range

Pay Range $33,150.00 - $59,925.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Government Administration and IT Services and IT Consulting

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