Outside Machinist (New Construction)

General Dynamics; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 47,430 - 52,045; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

A defense and space manufacturing company is seeking an Outside Machinist to install and repair ship's propulsion and auxiliary systems in San Diego, CA. The role requires a high school diploma and three years of experience in a related field. You will work with hand and power tools to maintain and test various systems while ensuring comprehensive safety standards are followed. This full-time position offers a pay range of $34.43 - $37.78 per hour and includes various benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of experience in a related field.
• Comprehend written and verbal instructions in English.
• Must maintain safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains, and repairs ship's propulsion and auxiliary systems.
• Tests equipment to ensure systems meet specifications.
• Assembles and installs complex mechanical systems.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings

Proficient in use of precision measurement tools

Understanding of geometry and trigonometry

Ability to use hand and power tools safely

Shop mathematics skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Portable machining tools

Job description

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Job Summary

Installs, maintains, and repairs ship's propulsion and auxiliary systems; including, but not limited to, Steam, Turbine, Electrical, and Diesel propulsion systems, rudders and steering gear, elevators, and Navy UNREP systems. Installs, repairs, and maintains ship's fluid systems which include pumps, compressors, purifiers, heat exchangers, actuators and valves. Tests equipment to ensure systems meets specifications. Installs and tests various shop equipment. Performs other related tasks as assigned, some of which may become essential to the position.

Job Posting End Date: Until filled

Shift: ALL

Security Clearance: No Clearance

Qualification Standards

High school or equivalent education. Minimum three years of experience in a related field, or graduate of a Diesel or Aircraft Mechanic training school, or three years in any of the following Navy ratings: MM (BT), AD, CM, EN, GS, HT, or MR. Must comprehend written and verbal instructions (in English). Must be able to hear warning signals, read and comprehend safety instructions, regulations and warnings.

Essential Job Tasks

• Must have the ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, written instructions/ technical manuals.
• Must read have the ability to read and comprehend hydraulic and pneumatic diagrams.
• Must be capable assembling/ installing complex mechanical systems, while meeting alignment criteria of systems and equipment.
• Proficient in use of precision measurement tools.
• Must understand both Imperial and Metric measuring systems.
• Must have shop mathematic skills, with understanding of geometry, trigonometry, and work with decimals and fractions.
• Must maintain constant safety awareness.
• Ability to safely use hand and power tools and portable machining tools.
• Other job duties as may be assigned relevant to the trade.

Materials, Tools, Equipment, Work Aids

Hand, power, and portable machining tools. Personal protective equipment required.

Physical/Mental Involvement

Color vision. Frequent to continuous lifting of machining tools and equipment, up to 50 lbs. Standing, balancing, walking, climbing ladders or equipment, reaching above shoulder or out in front, manual dexterity, pushing, pulling, kneeling, bending, seeing, hearing and occasionally lowering self into confined spaces, crawling through small openings and working in reclined positions, as needed. Works in all areas of the shipyard and on board ships. Hearing warning signals and reading and comprehending safety instructions. Must be able to maintain general safety awareness and avoid hazards commonly present in employee’s work area.

Marginal Job Tasks

General housekeeping in work areas. May be required to attend safety, quality and/or process improvement meetings.

Environmental Factors

Exposure to fumes, odors, dust, chemicals, and gases, various temperatures and ventilation, all which can cause discomfort or respiratory difficulties. May work in awkward positions or postures. Exposure to constantly moving machines and mechanical parts and high levels of constant noise.

PAY SCALE

$34.43 - $37.78

This pay range is a reasonable estimate of the hourly range for this role. It takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions; including but not limited to skill sets, experience, training, and education. General Dynamics NASSCO also provides a variety of benefits including medical & dental insurance coverage, 401(k) retirement savings plan, flexible spending accounts/HSAs, life and disability insurance, company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO), wellness coaching, and an onsite health services.

General Dynamics NASSCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

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Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Defense and Space Manufacturing

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