Machinist (Conventional & CNC)

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LAUKOA is seeking an experienced Machinist to help manage, maintain, and operate the AFCEC Fabrication & Test Support Facility. The position manufactures complex, non-routine parts and RDT&E items from raw stock using conventional and CNC machine tools and contributes to the design, repair, and modification of prototypes, test articles, instrumentation, equipment, and unique project components.

Job Description / Summary of Duties:

• Manufacture complex, non-routine, typically one-of-a-kind parts and equipment from raw stock of varied metals, alloys, and other materials using government-provided conventional and CNC machine tools and precision handwork
• Determine optimal tooling material, tool types, coolants, feeds, and speeds for rare metals and new alloys; account for heat-treating, annealing, plating, and welding effects; recommend more efficient or economical machining processes; resolve machining problems independently
• Perform shop-floor CNC programming: manufacture first article to proof dimensions, verify programming/tooling/fixturing, edit programs, and coordinate design changes with the requesting customer
• Set up and operate high-speed water jet, laser cutter, lathes, vertical/horizontal boring mills, milling machines, shapers, planers, saws, internal/external grinders, thread cutters, and radial drills
• Apply algebraic, geometric, and trigonometric computations for lead/pitch, differential and compound indexing, compound angles, and root diameters
• Use precision measuring instruments (vernier calipers, height gauges, micrometers, gauge blocks, dial indicators, optical/mechanical comparators, go/no-go gauges) to hold tolerances
• Provide backup capability in the Welder and Sheet Metal Fabricator areas; plan and lay out work from blueprints, sketches, and work orders; maintain safety, HAZMAT, and housekeeping standards

Required Qualifications:

• 7-10 years' experience as a machinist who has designed or participated in the design of new or improved items
• Comprehensive knowledge of conventional and CNC machine tools; skill in CNC programming, setup, and automatic/semiautomatic operation with logical decision-making at program stops
• Thorough knowledge of advanced shop mathematics including plane geometry and trigonometric functions
• Knowledge of aluminum, brass, bronze, high-carbon and alloy steels, chrome, nickel, titanium, nylon, rubber, plastics, and Teflon, and of heat-treat/annealing/plating/welding effects on machining
• Skill in improvising tooling, fixtures, and setups for unusual surface configurations and untried tasks; skill with precision measuring instruments
• NACI; DoD CAC; valid state driver's license; U.S. person only

*This Position is Contingent Upon Award.

LAUKOA is an Equal Opportunity/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

LAUKOA offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.

LAUKOA gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.