VTL Machinist - 2nd Shift

About the Organization
Applied Aerospace & Defense (Applied) is a premier provider of advanced design, engineering, and vertically integrated manufacturing solutions for leading and next-generation space and defense technology companies. Applied builds complex hardware for extreme operating environments and is focused on three core markets: Space and Launch Systems, Defense Aviation and Airborne Systems, and C5ISR and Precision Strike Systems. With decades of space and defense manufacturing heritage, Applied combines deep material science and IP-enabled process expertise with the ability to enable rapid prototyping, enhance new product development, and responsively scale production. Across its nationwide infrastructure of advanced manufacturing facilities, Applied continuously supports a balanced mix of next-generation technology and platform development, large scale production programs, and aftermarket sustainment for enduring platforms.

EOE Statement
Applied Aerospace and Defense is an equal opportunity employer.

Description


Workign knowledge on VTL and Horizontal lathes. Troubleshoot machinery and programming issues to exceed production goals. Adjust offsets daily based on work orders and changing production needs. Monitor and adjust processes or equipment to improve quality and productivity.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in set up of CNC vertical and horizontal Lathes.
• Must have knowledge in the use of precision measuring equipment and thickness gage instruments and their applications.
• A strong understanding in blueprint reading and geometric tolerancing interpretation.
• Intermediate knowledge of cutting tools, boring bars, inserts and tool holding devices associated with their function.
• The ability to follow planning and written instructions is a must.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to adapt to changing work environment and have the ability to deal with frequent change and delays and or unexpected events.
• Must be willing to work flexible shifts and changing work schedules.
• Must have sufficient math skills that include the use of adding, subtracting, multiplication geometry, algebra required for fabrication of critical Aerospace components.
• CNC programming skills is a plus.
• Past experience with G & L or other VTL lathes.
• Must have experience with Fanuc controls.
• Must be flexible enough to perform duties as required by Management.

Responsibilities

• Support operators on adjoining shifts with the loading and unloading of parts and fixtures to ensure a smooth transition of work and their instructions.
• Responsible for the setting of tool, offsets, simple edits as instructed by the programmer.
• Responsible for detecting and reporting of equipment malfunctions and possible out of tolerance conditions before they happen.
• Responsible for communication between departments ie, Quality, Production Control, to help resolve any Quality and or Programming concerns.
• Responsible for daily P.M. of machines to make sure machines being operated are in good working order.
• Responsible for maintaining clean and organized work area.
• Required to comply with company policies and procedures as well as all state and federal regulations.

Position Requirements

Shift
Nights

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time

Location
Applied Aerospace & Defense, Newington

Category
Manufacturing

Req Number
MAN-26-00006

Position
VTL Machinist, 2nd Shift

Close Date

Post Internal Days
0

Number of Openings
1

Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt

Hiring Manager(s)

This position is currently accepting applications.