Basic Qualifications
Technical Certificate plus 2 years or equivalent experience is required.
**THIS IS A 2ND SHIFT POSITION**
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants selected may be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we create the technologies, products and services that help our nation’s heroes keep our nation safe. The work we do is so advanced, we are continuously moving the boundaries of what’s possible. Here you’ll work with the best and your talent will be front and center on projects that impact the world. Are you up to the challenge?
We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers’ missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between.
In order to form and shape advanced material, the Advanced Mill Machinist will work from basic drawings, process sheets and sketches to perform production tasks, which may include the cutting and shaping of metal to precision dimensions. You’ll operate lathes, drill presses, mills, routers, grinding machines, duplicating, and profile machines, brakes and shears such as small lathes, power mills, extruding machines, drills or punch presses, power brakes, shears or saws.
- Technologies that aren’t just top-notch, they’re often top-secret
- A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what’s next
- Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it’s discovered
- An Associate’s degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience
- Ability to read and follow instructions including Engineering and CAD drawings
- Ability to use mechanical hand and simple power tools
- Sound leadership, computer, organization and communication skills
- Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
- Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
**THIS IS A 2ND SHIFT POSITION**
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND TASKS:
Able to measure workpiece after machining using instruments such as electronic gauges
Visually inspect all parts, under magnification as required, for defects/FOD prior to and after performing work
Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations and setup requirements
Measures, makes, and scribes dimensions and reference points on material or work piece as guides for subsequent machining
Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories and materials on machines such as mills, lathes, jig borers and grinders
Calculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut, or enters commands to retrieve, input or edit computerized machine control media
Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjusts machine controls or control media as required.
Verifies, by initials, conformance of finished work piece to specifications
Sets up and operates machine on trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data
Fits and assembles parts into complete assembly
Verifies dimensions and alignment of assembly
Draws sketches of tooling for part to be fabricated
Confers with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining or assembly problems
Maintains traceability of material by keeping lot items together or serialized
Notifies supervisor or Lead Person as instructed when order is completed for sign off
Maintains equipment and immediate work area in a clean and orderly condition
Monitors and verifies quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures
Interfaces with employees and managers within the department, Manufacturing, and Engineering
No instructions needed on routine work and general instruction given on new lines of work or special assignments
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Ability to read and follow instructions including Engineering and CAD drawings
Solid interpersonal skills to cooperate and work effectively with others
Solid communication skills, both verbal and written
Solid computer skills
Solid organizational skills
Ability to multitask
Able to use mechanical hand and simple power tools
General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high performance team!
General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce.EOE/Disability/Veteran