Machinist - A Shift

Machinist Level 1 Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Machinist level 1 to support our Armament Systems Business Unit located in Mesa, AZ. Position will have Machinist train and learn Electro-Chemical Machining and Deep Hole Drilling/Honing.

Armament Systems is a leading supplier of integrated medium-caliber weapon systems for land, air and sea platforms through its world-renowned Bushmaster line of automatic cannons produced at its Mesa, Arizona facility.

Role Description & Responsibilities:

The Machinist is responsible for fabrication of various components and samples that meet design specifications.

Operates various conventional and/or numerically controlled machining centers, lathes, and surface grinders on semi-complex jobs.

Able to work from blueprints, sketches, planning sheets, verbal instructions, and/or engineering, tooling, or equipment information.

Contributes to organizational initiatives to increase productivity and reduce costs.

Works with limited guidance, in a team environment.

Basic Qualifications:

High School diploma

Must be a US Citizen

Ability to follow written, electronic and verbal instructions and work with minimal supervision.

Perform manual and CNC machine operations (including reworking parts) such as turning, milling, forming, drilling, tapping, and reaming parts.

Adjusts feeds, speeds, and depth of cut to machine quality parts.

Operates hand and power tools to deburr precision and complex machined parts in accordance with semi-complicated engineering blueprints.

Inspects parts for conformance to specifications using measuring instruments such as gages, calipers, and micrometers. Visually inspects parts for burrs or damaged machined surfaces.

Routinely maintains equipment to ensure cleanliness, accuracy, and reliability.

Actively implements lean initiatives by identifying and providing suggestions on areas for improvement. Effectively applies lean concepts and tools in work area.

Observes all company policies and procedures, especially safety rules, and maintains a clean and orderly work area.

Experience working in a team environment, collaborating with group members in problem solving.

Preferred Qualifications:

1 year of related experience

Primary Level Salary Range: $17.96 - $29.97The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.