Aerospace CNC Machinist 3
PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Aerospace CNC Machinist 3 in Lake Charles, LA. Job ID#212424
Job Description:Seeking a Machinist 3 to set up and operate a variety of machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, planers, and precision grinders to make metal parts, mechanisms, tools, or machines to exacting tolerances and dimensions. Interprets blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications; determines sequence of operations, number of cuts required, and method of setup; uses a variety of machinist hand tools and precision measuring instruments; makes standard shop computations relating to dimensions of work, tooling, feeds, and speeds; measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points to lay out stock for machining; fits and assembles precision parts into mechanical equipment and determines material, parts, and equipment required. Some machines may be numerically controlled. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures. Typically requires completion of a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training and experience.
Responsibilities:
* Set up and operate a variety of machine tools such as C.N.C. and manual lathes, C.N.C and manual mills and precision grinders to make parts from a variety of metals.
* Understand mechanisms, tools, and machines to manufacture parts to exacting tolerances and dimensions.
* Understand and follow blueprints, sketches, engineering specifications and verbal instructions to determine the sequence of operations, and method of setup for machining.
* Knowledge of machinist hand tools and precision measuring instruments such as Swiss micrometers, dial indicators, calipers and standard micrometers.
* Communicate with others on the team about dimensions of work, tooling, feeds, and speeds, measures, marks, dimensions and reference points to lay out stock for machining.
* Fitting and assembling precision parts into mechanical equipment.
* Differentiate material, parts, and equipment required for jobs given.
* Personally monitor and verify the dimensions and finish of parts during machining process.
* Keep the work area neat and clean.
* Complete required paperwork accurately on a timely basis
Basic Qualifications:
* Candidate must have 5+ years' experience on 3 Axis CNC machines, 4 and 5 Axis a plus.
* Must have experience running manual machines and performing set-ups.
* Experience with MAZATROl and Fanuc (HAAS) Controller preferred.
* Ability to read and interpret production specifications, production diagrams, assembly drawings, and technical specifications.
* Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
* Experience in performing unique set-ups.
Preferred Qualifications:
* CAD/CAM experience with Mastercam
* CAM experience with SolidWorks/NX Siemens
* Expert with Fanuc Mill (HAAS) controls, with 5 axis simultaneous.
Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
The California Fair Chance Act
Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Job Location: Lake Charles, LA
Rate: Not Specified
Input Date: 08/05/2025
Last Updated: 08/06/2025
Attention: Michael Simmons
Address: 300 E JOHN CARPENTER FWY STE 700
City, State: IRVING, TX 75062
800 Phone: 866/224-2745
Email: msimmons@pdsdefense.com
Website: Go To PDS Defense Website
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