TACOM (RRAD): Machinist (Contingency)

TACOM (RRAD): Machinist (Contingency)**Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!****Program Summary**The U.S. Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command (TACOM) sustains the Army’s mission to develop, acquire, field, and sustain ground combat, tactical, and support systems throughout their lifecycle. The program focuses on ensuring operational readiness, reliability, and safety of automotive and ground support equipment critical to Army operations.Under this contract, personnel provide maintenance, repair, overhaul, and sustainment support in accordance with Army technical manuals, safety standards, and performance requirements.**Job Summary**The Machinist sets up and operates machine tools to fabricate, modify, or repair metal and non‐metal parts used in TACOM‐supported systems and equipment. This role produces precision components to tight tolerances, supports maintenance and overhaul activities, and ensures parts meet required technical and quality specifications. The machinist’s work will include manufacturing, repairing, or modifying parts as needed.**This position is contingent upon award****Roles and Responsibilities*** Serves as Automotive Machinist.* Machines and grinds engine parts such as crankshafts, camshafts, flywheel and blocks, for combat, general purpose and special support vehicles.* Makes initial serviceability determination of wide range of components for gasoline, multi-fuel and diesel engines used in combat, general purpose or other diesel-powered equipment.* Determines if economically repairable should be salvaged or is useable as is by appropriate procedures such as precision gauging of critical dimensions, and pressure tests for cracks; re-assembles components.* As automotive machinist, determines work procedures, selects proper tools, lays out work and operates a variety of machines such as boring bar machine, bench lathes, drill presses, electric gear lathes, connecting rod, boring and grinding machine, camshaft line boring machine, and crankshaft grinders.* Works with a variety of metals such as steel, cast iron, brass, copper and aluminum.* Uses common tools of the trade such as precision gauges (micrometers, dial indicators, and feeler gauges), test stands, and fixtures to ensure dimensional tolerances required by specifications of applicable TM's, DMWR's, MWO's, TB, drawing and other Department of the Army publications.* Makes initial serviceability determination regarding a full variety of components and parts for gasoline, multi-fuel and diesel engines such as blocks, camshafts, tappets, rocker army assemblies, cylinders, manifolds, pulley and damper assemblies, gear sets and clutch disks.* Dimensional tolerances for machine operations and serviceability determinations vary from .0001 through .011. in addition to precision measuring tools and equipment used to check dimensions, utilizes diagnostic equipment to locate cracks and leaks.* Determines whether parts and components are useable as is, should be salvaged, or are economically repairable.* Performs journeyman oversight of lower grade workers performing measurement and examination of parts and units to determine serviceability, and the cleaning, repair, and assembly of items. Instructs lower grade workers and performs, as required, the assembly of items such as rocker-arm. assemblies, manifolds, pulley and damper assemblies, timing gears; the installation of freezing plugs, studs, bushings and bearings; and the fitting of pistons to cylinders.* Performs other duties as assigned.**Basic Qualifications*** High school diploma or equivalent; supplemental technical or vocational training preferred* 5 years machining experience or comparable training with certification* Working knowledge of manual machining processes; CNC experience a plus* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation* Proficiency using precision measuring instruments* Knowledge of machining practices, tooling, and materials* Ability to perform work in physically demanding environments* Ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (as required)* U.S. citizenship required**Preferred Qualifications*** Previous experience supporting DoD, Army, or TACOM programs* Prior government contracting experience**Additional Information**This position will be a part of a physical work environment that requires standing, walking, and lifting. There is potential exposure to machinery, tools, fuels, oils, and outdoor conditions. Employees may also be required to work shifts, overtime, or weekend support based on mission needs.**KBR Benefits**KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development. #J-18808-Ljbffr KBR