SR Machinist

KBR Careers; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Senior Machinist to program, set up, and operate CNC and manual machines to produce high‑tolerance components. You will interpret blueprints and GD&T specs, work across metals and plastics, and often operate with minimal direction from engineers.

This on-site Maryland role offers $75k–$95k USD annually. Candidates must have interim secret clearance eligibility and 6+ years of senior machinist experience, with Haas VF milling, Haas TL lathe, and Mastercam CAD/CAM familiarity.

Qualifications

• Six years of related experience as a senior machinist.
• Interprets complex blueprints and GD&T specifications.
• Must be able to obtain an interim secret clearance to start and maintain once approved.

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.
• Write programs using Mastercam from blueprints and drawings to develop numerical code and set up machines.

Skills

CNC Machining

Haas VF milling

Haas TL lathe

Mastercam CAD/CAM

Education

Associate degree or technical certification

Tools

Haas VF milling machines

Haas TL lathes

Mastercam CAD/CAM

Job description

Title

SR 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.
• Works from prints, complex drawings, sketches, or samples to accomplish layout and plan for sequential machine operations.
• Works with a variety of metals and materials that have complex machining characteristics.
• Operates 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

$75,000 - $95,000 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.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

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.

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