CNC Machinists (Skill Levels II, III, and IV)

Position Title: CNC Machinists (Skill Levels II, III, and IV)

Location: Wright Patterson AFB, OH

Division: Potowatomi Defense Operations, LLC

Clearance: This position requires an Active Secret Clearance

**The hiring of this position is contingent upon contract award**

Position Summary

Potawatomi Defense Operations, LLC (a federal government contractor) seeks qualified full-time CNC Operators/Machinists with a Secret clearance to support the Rapid Development Integration Facility (RDIF) support contract, onsite at Wright Patterson AFB, OH.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Fabricate and construct mechanisms, models and instruments that fulfill engineering requirements for prototype equipment involving mechanical, electro-mechanical, hydraulic, optical and pneumatic principles.
• Determine necessity for special tools, dies and fixtures required to accomplish intricate machining and assembly operations and set-up and operate Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines (Machining Center, Lathe and Milling Machine).
• Knowledge of Computer Aided Machine (CAM) programming is required.
• Set-up and operate the full range of machine tools found in a well-equipped prototype development shop.
• Work from engineering design drawings and technical specifications.
• Maintain dimensional accuracy called out in drawings during machining processes, using measuring instruments (e.g. vernier calipers, inside/outside and depth micrometers, gage blocks, surface and height gages, and dial indicators).
• Familiar with military technical manuals, technical orders, modification work orders and blueprints.
• Install prototype equipment on aircraft and make modifications to the existing systems and sub systems.
• Coordinate with project engineer and/or management personnel throughout the project, and provide technical assistance to project engineers, contractors and factory representatives.
• Perform system and component repairs to a variety of aircraft, possess an in-depth knowledge of technical materials and repair techniques.
• Knowledgeable and able to use tools and equipment associated with a machinist shop.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Active Secret Clearance.
• HS or equivalent formal apprenticeship program with experience in the essential duties and responsibilities shown above.
• Skill Level II - 2 years of experience, Skill Level III - 4 years, and Skill Level IV - 6 or more years.
  
  

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Experience with aviation is highly desirable.
  
  

Additional Qualifying Factors:

• Legally eligible to work in the United States (proof of eligibility will be required upon offer of employment).
• Possess a valid driver's license (any state), ability to operate a motor vehicle, able to provide clean driving record and current vehicle insurance coverage.
• Eligible for access onto military installations following background and security checks.
• Flexibility with work schedule is mandatory because it impacts the ability to support and serve military.
  
  

Working Environment:

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  Office/Manufacturing Facility setting.
  

Physical Demands:

• Low impact, office setting.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and overall well-being of our employees and their families. Our offerings include medical and prescription drug plans, dental coverage, group life insurance, and options for supplemental life insurance to provide additional protection. We also provide short-term and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, and employee assistance programs to help employees manage personal and professional needs. Our package also includes identity theft protection and a competitive 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contributions, giving employees valuable resources to protect their future and achieve long-term financial goals.

EEO Statement:

Potawatomi Defense Operations, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Potawatomi Defense Operations, LLC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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