Senior Machinist: Precision Expert (Manual + CNC)

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time-Off (PTO)

Holidays

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. is seeking an experienced Machinist to produce high-quality precision parts on manual equipment with CNC support as needed.

This role serves as the technical resource on the shop floor for complex or non-routine work, reading blueprints and GD&T to ensure tight tolerances. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of hands-on machining experience, proficiency with Bridgeport mills, lathes, grinders, and precision measurement tools, and a strong commitment to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 10+ years of hands-on machining experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong proficiency with manual machining equipment (Bridgeport mills, lathes, grinders).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T.
• Experience with precision measurement tools & inspection layouts.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and quality.
• Experience in evaluation and selection of milling & lathe tools.

Responsibilities

• Support daily machining of parts to meet quality, delivery, and safety expectations.
• Set up and operate manual machines including Bridgeport mills, precision lathes, surface grinders, drill presses, saws, EDM.
• Support CNC machining through setup, prove-outs, offsets, and minor program edits.
• Serve as go-to technical resource on the shop floor for complex machining.
• Read and interpret drawings, GD&T, and work instructions.
• Machine parts to tight tolerances and quality standards.
• Perform in-process inspections using calipers, micrometers, indicators, and gauges.
• Troubleshoot machining issues related to tooling, fixturing, and processes.
• Mentor junior machinists and support training on safe machining practices.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized work area.
• Follow safety, quality, and compliance procedures.
• Support continuous improvement, 6S, and process optimization

Skills

Hands-on machining experience

Manual machining equipment

Bridgeport mills

Lathes

Grinders

Read blueprints and GD&T

Precision measurement tools

Safety and quality

Tool selection for milling/lathe

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. is seeking an experienced Machinist to produce high-quality precision parts on manual equipment with CNC support as needed.

This role serves as the technical resource on the shop floor for complex or non-routine work, reading blueprints and GD&T to ensure tight tolerances. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of hands-on machining experience, proficiency with Bridgeport mills, lathes, grinders, and precision measurement tools, and a strong commitment to