Aircraft Machinist
Core
Fabricate, modify, and repair metallic or composite aircraft parts and assemblies using manual or CNC mills, lathes, jigs, bores, and grinders in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Role type
Manufacturing IC aircraft machinist
Builds
Proprietary aircraft parts and assemblies for Air Dominance Operations
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing (composites and metals)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
CNC machine operations, water-jet machining, ultrasonic core carving, composite machining, precision measurement, layout development, tool sequencing
Preferred skills
Active DoD Secret security clearance, setup and operation of CNC trim and drill, setup and operation of water-jet trim, setup and operation of ultrasonic core carving
Technologies
CNC mills, lathes, jig bores, grinders, water-jet machines, ultrasonic core carving equipment, dial indicators, micrometers, protractors, calipers, bore gages
Responsibilities
Operate CNC and water-jet machines to trim and drill parts; fabricate and repair composite and metallic components; identify nonconforming parts and report issues; set up precision measuring instruments; develop layouts and calculate dimensions for machining; ensure work is free of Foreign Object Debris (FOD) and complies with engineering specifications; follow safety procedures and report unsafe conditions.
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC