Senior Machinist

KBR Careers; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR Careers is looking for a Senior Machinist in Columbia, Maryland who will have a profound impact on national security through precision engineering. The role involves programming and operating CNC and manual machining equipment to produce components from various materials. Candidates should have at least 6 years of relevant experience and must be able to obtain a secret clearance.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $60,000 to $82,000 annually based on individual qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain an interim secret clearance.
• 6 years of related experience as a senior-level machinist.
• Experienced in operating CNC and manual machines.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate CNC and manual machines.
• Interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Support prototype development and production runs.

Skills

CNC programming

Blueprint interpretation

Operating Hass VF milling machines

Operating Hass TL lathes

Mechanical fabrication

Education

Associate degree in machining technology

Tools

Mastercam

Job description

Senior Machinist

KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
• Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

The Senior Machinist is responsible for the programming, setup, and operation of precision machining equipment to produce high-tolerance components. The Machinist shall manufacture mechanical prototypes and engineering models from sketches and conversations with Engineers and Technicians. The machinist shall work on various materials, including metal, plastics, nylon, composites, and others. The Machinist shall work with little or no direction from engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate CNC and manual machines, including mills and lathes.
• Interpret complex blueprints, GD&T specifications, and engineering drawings to produce precision parts.
• Work from prints, complex drawings, sketches, or samples to accomplish layout and plan for sequential machine operations.
• Work with a variety of metals and materials that have complex machining characteristics.
• Operate various hand and power tools to perform fabrication processes to include band saws, drill presses, mechanical shears, and punches.
• Write programs using Mastercam from blueprints and drawings to develop numerical code to operate CNC machinery assigning tool paths, feed rates and other cutting parameters. Import numerical code to machines and perform setup and operation function to machine components.
• May work independently from drawings, applying technical knowledge to develop and machine components.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies.
• Support prototype development and low-volume production runs.

Work Environment

• Location: On-site
• Travel Requirements: Minimal
• Working Hours: Standard

Required Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain an interim secret clearance to start and maintain once approved
• 6 years of related experience as a senior-level machinist
• Experienced in operating Hass VF series milling machines
• Experienced in operating Hass TL lathes

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in machining or manufacturing technology.
• Experience with CAD/CAM software (e.g., Mastercam).
• Prior experience in aerospace, defense, or high-precision manufacturing environments.

Basic Compensation

$60,000 - $82,000 USD annually. The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience, and in consideration of internal parity.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.