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UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies · 2 weeks ago

Machinist (Engineering Technician III)

Dahlgren, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$30.98/hr - $30.98/hr

5+ years exp

Bowhead is seeking a qualified Machinist to join the Machine Shop team at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division. This role involves programming, setting up, and machining parts in accordance with Department of Defense specifications, contributing to critical national defense projects.

Information Technology & Services

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Hiring Manager

Brian Grant

Responsibilities

Machinists are required to program and operate both CNC lathes/mills, set tools in the machines, and create fixtures to hold uniquely shaped parts/components. (Most of the equipment in the shop is either Haas, Fadal, or ProtoTraks and is used daily.)

Comply with DoD drawings and hold tight tolerances on machined parts

Machinists will operate saws and occasionally use manual lathes and mills

They are expected to use standard measuring tools such as dial calipers and micrometers to inspect their parts

Qualification

CNC lathe programmingCNC milling operationCAD/CAM softwareGeometric DimensioningTolerancingPrecision measuring toolsMicrosoft OfficeEnglish proficiencyInterpersonal skills

Required

Must have a high school diploma

Must have at least five (5) years of professional experience operating CNC milling machines and lathes. (Technical training may be considered as experience)

Must be able to draw and program using CAD/CAM software

Basic level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, and Outlook

Have a proficient understanding of reading and interpreting Machinist drawings including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

Capable of using common precision measuring tools such as dial calipers and micrometers to inspect in-process and completed parts

Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees, customers, and management and respond to instructions/assignments. Be willing to assist other employees with Machinist-related issues. I.e., programming and set-ups

Must be able to read, write, and speak English

Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team

Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds

Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time

Must be able to twist, bend, and squat periodically

Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location