Job Description
The Machinist 3 will be responsible for setting up and operating 3 and 5 Axis Milling Machines. This is a great opportunity for an experienced CNC Machinist who desires exciting and challenging work to join our team!
Essential Duties / Responsibilities:
• Able to set up and operate a variety of machine tools including but not limited to milling machines, lathes, and able to align and fasten work using tooling fixtures.
• Able to use & understand tool sharpeners, tool tolerances, dimensions, calibrated measurements, setup sheets, callouts, probes, feeds & speeds, and standard specs.
• Able to use a variety of machinist hand tools and precision measuring instruments to make standard shop computations relating to dimensions of work.
• Plan machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
• Perform computations relating to dimensions of work, tooling, feeds, and speeds.
• Program and edit G-Code and conversational.
• Implement lean initiatives by identifying and providing suggestions on areas for improvement.
• Performs all manufacturing operations safely, with quality in mind, and with customer delivery expectations met.
• Able to learn and perform other job functions with OJT when required. This would include but is not limited to performing program verifications, recipe verifications, rework, data collection & recording, and part processing & handling work among other duties.
The ideal candidate will be able to work under minimal supervision, be a quick learner, and a team player. And have high integrity and understand the importance of escalating errors to their supervisor immediately.
•This position requires the ability to work a WEEKEND DAY shift schedule from 6:00am - 6:30pm Friday - Sunday.
Basic Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent/GED and 4 years of additional education and/or related experience
• Experience running machines and setup
• Experience on 3 Axis CNC machines
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
• 4 years of experience with 5 Axis CNC vertical machining centers.
• Active Secret DoD Security Clearance
• Associates degree or Trade School certification
• Experience with composite, honeycomb, and aluminum materials
We offer flexible work arrangements, excellent learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.
Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company. Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to be recognized and to be yourself. Every ERG is inclusive of all employees!
At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation-- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our expansive, family environment, as well as our excellent work/life balance. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, 3/12 schedule, and a great 401K matching program.
Primary Level Salary Range: $44,200.00 - $73,600.00The 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.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
The Machinist 3 will be responsible for setting up and operating 3 and 5 Axis Milling Machines. This is a great opportunity for an experienced CNC Machinist who desires exciting and challenging work to join our team!
Essential Duties / Responsibilities:
• Able to set up and operate a variety of machine tools including but not limited to milling machines, lathes, and able to align and fasten work using tooling fixtures.
• Able to use & understand tool sharpeners, tool tolerances, dimensions, calibrated measurements, setup sheets, callouts, probes, feeds & speeds, and standard specs.
• Able to use a variety of machinist hand tools and precision measuring instruments to make standard shop computations relating to dimensions of work.
• Plan machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
• Perform computations relating to dimensions of work, tooling, feeds, and speeds.
• Program and edit G-Code and conversational.
• Implement lean initiatives by identifying and providing suggestions on areas for improvement.
• Performs all manufacturing operations safely, with quality in mind, and with customer delivery expectations met.
• Able to learn and perform other job functions with OJT when required. This would include but is not limited to performing program verifications, recipe verifications, rework, data collection & recording, and part processing & handling work among other duties.
The ideal candidate will be able to work under minimal supervision, be a quick learner, and a team player. And have high integrity and understand the importance of escalating errors to their supervisor immediately.
•This position requires the ability to work a WEEKEND DAY shift schedule from 6:00am - 6:30pm Friday - Sunday.
Basic Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent/GED and 4 years of additional education and/or related experience
• Experience running machines and setup
• Experience on 3 Axis CNC machines
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
• 4 years of experience with 5 Axis CNC vertical machining centers.
• Active Secret DoD Security Clearance
• Associates degree or Trade School certification
• Experience with composite, honeycomb, and aluminum materials
We offer flexible work arrangements, excellent learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.
Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company. Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to be recognized and to be yourself. Every ERG is inclusive of all employees!
At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation-- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our expansive, family environment, as well as our excellent work/life balance. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, 3/12 schedule, and a great 401K matching program.
Primary Level Salary Range: $44,200.00 - $73,600.00The 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.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
About Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company. Our pioneering solutions equip out customers with the capabilities they need to connect and protect the world and push the boundaries of human exploration across the universe. Driven by a shared purpose to solve our customers’ toughest problems, our nearly 100,000 employees contribute to launching the technology of tomorrow, today.
© 2025 Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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