Gear Shop Machinist

Job Summary:

Performs complex, precision gear machining for aerospace components using specialized Gleason equipment . The Gear Shop Machinist independently sets up, operates, inspects, and troubleshoots gear manufacturing processes for bevel gears, Coniflex bevel gears, splines , and related components, carrying jobs from print and setup through in-process verification and final inspection handoff while maintaining strict quality, traceability, safety, and documentation requirements.

Job duties and responsibility:

• Set up, operate, and run production on Gleason #14 gear generator machines and Gleason 104 machines to produce bevel gears, Coniflex bevel gears, splines, and related components to engineering specifications.
• Perform precision testing and inspection using the Gleason #13 tester; interpret results and make process or machine adjustments as needed.
• Use gear analyzers and related metrology equipment to verify tooth geometry, contact patterns, dimensions, and overall part conformance.
• Read and interpret complex engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, manufacturing instructions, and aerospace specifications.
• Independently manage end-to-end gear machining jobs, including tooling selection, machine setup, first-article runs, in-process checks, and final inspection handoff.
• Monitor process stability and part quality throughout production runs, identifying tool wear, drift, or process variation before it results in nonconforming product.
• Stop and escalate work when requirements are unclear or an unusual condition is identified; request verification from supervision, engineering, or quality when appropriate to protect quality and prevent scrap.
• Maintain accurate production documentation, inspection results, traceability records, and other records required by aerospace quality systems and customer requirements.
• Perform routine equipment care and basic machine maintenance, and maintain a clean, organized, safe, and audit-ready work area.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, planning, and other machinists to troubleshoot technical issues, improve processes, and support new or changing programs.
• Support knowledge transfer and cross-training of less-experienced machinists when qualified to do so.
• 8+ years of machining experience, including at least 5 years of hands-on gear machining experience.
• Demonstrated experience machining bevel gears, Coniflex bevel gears, and splines.
• Proficiency setting up and operating Gleason #14 gear generator machines and Gleason 104 machines.
• Experience performing testing and inspection using the Gleason #13 tester.
• Working knowledge of gear analyzers, gear inspection equipment, gear geometry, and precision measurement methods.
• Strong ability to read engineering drawings, interpret GD&T, and consistently work to tight aerospace tolerances.
• Working knowledge of geometry and trigonometry as applied to gear cutting and machining.
• Experience working within aerospace quality systems such as AS9100 or equivalent controlled manufacturing environments.
• Ability to independently plan and execute setups, recognize abnormal conditions, troubleshoot problems, and determine when work should be paused for verification.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or trade school education in machining or manufacturing technology is preferred.
• Experience with additional gear manufacturing processes or equipment, including hobbing, shaping, grinding, or lapping, is preferred.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, safely operate machine tools and inspection equipment, and lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and work safely in a precision manufacturing environment.
• The successful candidate must qualify as a U.S. Person as defined by applicable ITAR regulations.