Machinist

Job Summary

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world's leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

General Atomics Inertial Fusion Technology (IFT) division designs, manufactures and characterized first-of-a-kind precision components in support of the national labs, fusion and science technologies. Components are manufactured and measured on a variety of highly-specialized and precise equipment and are often millimeter in scale with micron-sized features and tolerances.

Seeking an experienced 5-Axis CNC Machinist / Programmer to program, set up, operate, and troubleshoot CNC equipment used to manufacture complex, high-precision components.


The successful candidate brings advanced CNC programming and hands-on machining experience, including the ability to take a component from engineering drawing/CAD model through programming, setup, machining, and inspection.


Work may include beryllium (Be), depleted uranium (DU), and other materials in a highly regulated manufacturing environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, program, set up, and operate 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC machining processes for complex, high-precision components.
• Cleans machines and work area. Deburrs parts.
• Create and optimize CNC programs using Mastercam, NX CAM, Creo NC, or comparable advanced CAM systems.
• Performs kitting of production tools, fixtures, cutters and pre-cut raw material.
• Establishes tool positions, centerlines, and tool heights within precision machining equipment.
• Perform machine setup, program prove-out, machining, in-process inspection, and troubleshooting to achieve dimensional, surface-finish, and production requirements.
• Develop complete machining strategies from CAD models and engineering drawings, including operation sequencing, tooling, work holding, feeds and speeds, and GD&T requirements.
• Records and maintains programs, setup documentation, and manufacturing records in accordance with established protocols and standards.
• Monitors and verifies quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and metrology to resolve manufacturing issues and improve machining processes.
• Follow approved procedures for machining beryllium (Be), depleted uranium (DU), and other hazardous or controlled materials.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires an associate's degree, technical/trade school training or equivalent and seven or more years related experience. Additional experience may be substituted for formal education.
• Preferred: 5-10+ years of CNC machining and programming experience with complex, high-precision components and proficiency with CAM software.

Must be customer focused and possess:

• The ability to perform semi-routine set-up and fabrication of machined parts.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T, G-code/M-code, tooling, workholding, feeds and speeds, and precision measurement
• Good knowledge of machining equipment including ability to use judgment and safe practices.
• Ability to read and understand engineering blue prints and diagrams.
• Skills to maintain the flow of work within the unit.
• Good interpersonal skills and written communication skills to interface with employees and supervisor.
• Basic computer skills.
• Must be comfortable handling fragile, millimeter-scale components for both fabrication and inspection activities.
• Must be able to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Flexibility to work extended hours as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance.