Precision CNC Machinist for Micron-Scale Parts

General Atomics; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics is seeking a skilled machinist to operate precision CNC lathes and mills in a clean, controlled shop environment. You will set up, run, and inspect parts, confirming dimensions with prescribed metrology tools and blueprints, and maintain tooling and fixtures under established procedures.

Attention to detail, adherence to safety standards, and the ability to work under general supervision are essential as you contribute to complex fabrication projects across our advanced

Responsibilities

• Operates precision CNC lathes or mills along with standard machining equipment such as manual drill presses, lathes, mills, saws and shears.
• Cleans machines and work area.
• Deburrs parts.
• Performs kitting of production tools, fixtures, cutters and pre-cut raw material.
• Establishes tool positions, centerlines, and tool heights within precision machining equipment.
• After complete instruction; operates machines, and inspects parts utilizing blue print dimensions and prescribed metrology equipment.
• Records data in accordance with established protocols and standards.
• Monitors and verifies quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.
• Prepares and saw cuts raw materials.
• May layout, fabricate and assemble components.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Job description

General Atomics is seeking a skilled machinist to operate precision CNC lathes and mills in a clean, controlled shop environment. You will set up, run, and inspect parts, confirming dimensions with prescribed metrology tools and blueprints, and maintain tooling and fixtures under established procedures.

Attention to detail, adherence to safety standards, and the ability to work under general supervision are essential as you contribute to complex fabrication projects across our advanced