CNC Machinist

Job Description
Our team in Fort Walton Beach, Florida is looking to add a CNC Machinest to the team!
The selected candidate would set up and operate a variety of manual and CNC milling machines to make a variety of parts, fixtures, and tools to exacting tolerances and dimensions. Interprets blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications: determines method of setup: uses a variety of machinist's hand tools and precision measuring instruments: makes standard shop computations relating to dimensions of work, tooling, feeds, and speeds: measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points to lay out stock for machining. May modify numerically controlled programs on numerically controlled (NC) machines. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures. Typically requires completion of a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training and experience.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Sets up and operates equipment such as Vertical CNC Mills, and various manual machines to produce nonstandard metal parts and equipment. Determines and prepares any jigs or special attachments as needed.
Reads and interprets technical drawings, uses micrometers, calipers and other precision measuring tools to ensure products meet in-process and final tolerances.
Positions and secures workpiece in holding device and uses hand tools such as files, scrapers and wrenches to fit and assemble parts to assemblies and mechanisms.
Operates mechanism or machine, observes operation, or tests with inspection equipment to diagnose malfunction or to test repaired machine.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• High School Diploma or GED and 5 year(s) related experience
• Must be able to read and interpret close tolerance manufacturing drawings.
• Must have experience setting up and using a variety of CNC milling machines to make parts, tools, or machines to exacting tolerances and dimensions.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience using manual milling machines and lathes
• Experience operating water jets

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $54014 - $86423

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.


Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.