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Spirit Defense - Experienced - Machinist

Wichita, Kansas💼 Full-time💰 $25–$25🗓 2026-09-08 → 2026-09-24

Core

Set up, operate, and inspect parts on conventional and CNC machines to ensure timely production and delivery of quality defense products.

Role type

Experienced Machinist (Level A)

Builds

Defense and space hardware components

Domain

Defense manufacturing

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

CNC machine operation, conventional machine operation, precision measurement, quality inspection, minor machine maintenance, multi-tasking, multi-machine operation

Preferred skills

Automated Fiber Placement (AFP) operation, 5 Axis Composite Machine operation, Fanuc controller experience, Siemens SINUMERIK controller experience

Technologies

Fanuc, Siemens SINUMERIK, 5 Axis Composite Machines

Responsibilities

Set up and operate CNC and conventional equipment to perform complex or precision operations; verify dimensions using mechanical and electronic measurement tools; perform complete inspection including first part review; initiate and document non-conforming conditions; perform routine minor machine maintenance; move product within the manufacturing work area.

Seniority

Experienced, hands-on IC

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