Machinist

Moorpark, CA

Full time

REQ107575

This opportunity is located within our Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions. Click here (https://www.eba-d.com/) to learn more.

Job Description

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBA&D) is a leader in energetic system solutions offered to aerospace and defense customers for a wide array of applications. EBA&D products & capabilities set the U.S. standard and are highly sought after in the international community.

EBA&D seeks a qualified candidate for the position of Manual Machinist, reporting to the Machine Shop Supervisor. The position is for 1st or 2nd shift and is located in Moorpark, CA.

The position is responsible for fabricating precision-machined parts by setting up and operating Manual or CNC mills and lathes per work orders, routers, & blueprints.

Responsibilities:

• Ability to evaluate blueprints and develop a machining strategy.

• Identify tooling to machine hardware.

• Create work holders or fixtures used to machine hardware.

• Verifying parts by using precision measuring equipment.

• Changing tools and offsets based on cutting conditions when running CNC.

• Using proper methodology and cutting tools to produce quality parts that adhere to production and quality standards.

• Using proper feeds, speeds, and other cutting parameters based on work piece material such as aluminum, steel, stainless steel, titanium, etc.

• Re-machining parts based on engineering or production required changes.

• Participate in troubleshooting for production related issues on the shop floor.

• Being able to machine prototype hardware with limited supervision.

• Other similar or related duties as required.

• Deburr parts when necessary.

Requirements :

• 5 years minimum experience setting up and running manual mills and lathes.

• Must be able to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.

• CNC experience a plus

• Experience machining titanium, stainless, aluminum, plastics and other std aerospace materials.

• ESPRIT, Master Cam programming software experience a plus.

• Knowledge of GD&T, blueprint reading and inspection tools

• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Be able to communicate technical instructions with engineering department.

• Work with little or no supervision, previous lead experience a plus.

• Minimum High school education or equivalent.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to communicate with others effectively in both written and verbal fashion.

• Must be able to meet all ITAR and BATFE background requirements

Compensation:

Salary Range: $60,000 - $90,000 per year. Salary is determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.

EBI's 190-year history has been shaped by innovation and stewardship defining who we are today: a family-owned, independently led, and professionally managed company united by our people, Core Values, and Winning Vision. We invite you to explore our three strong businesses and discover how you can help shape the next chapter of our story.

Ensign-Bickford Industries (https://ensign-bickfordind.com/) founded in 1836, is a privately-owned high technology conglomerate that participates in businesses that are relevant to the future of the world and have multigenerational growth prospects. As One EBI, we innovate in science and technology for the safety, health, and well-being of society, creating exceptional long-term value.

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