At Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD), we believe that our strengths are built on our most important resource - our people. Join EBAD and you'll be a part of a team who creates cutting edge technology that will blast us into the future. No other company can match the innovative energetic solutions that we provide. At EBAD you will actively contribute to successful missions putting men, women and satellites into space, and protecting our armed service men and women around the world. If this is the culture and work environment you are seeking, then EBAD is the place for you! ​

Roles and Responsibilities:

Principal duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.                                                                                   

• Complete tool, fixture, and material setup on CNC Swiss style machine (Dual Spindle Dual Turret). Eurotech Rapido type machines.

• Running first piece article ready for inspection.

• Verifying parts by using precision measuring equipment.

• Changing tools and offsets based in cutting conditions.

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

• Using proper feed, speed, and other cutting parameters based on work piece metals such as aluminum, stainless steel, Inconel etc.

• Revising programs as needed based on engineering or production required changes.

• Participating in troubleshooting on CNC programming and production related issues on the shop floor.

• Other similar or related duties as required. 

• Some post processing of hardware.

Requirements:

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

• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in CNC operation with setup experience.

• Experience with dual spindle dual turret type of lathe or Swiss machine a plus.

• Some programming software experience is a plus.

• General knowledge of GD&T and inspection tools.

• Minimum High school education or equivalent. Machinist trade certification a plus.

• 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.

• Experience with precision inspection tooling (calipers, thread gauges, micrometers, bore gauges, air gauges etc.)

Compensation:

• Salary Range: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour. Minimum of Ten (10) hours of over-time available weekly. 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.