Machinist
Adelanto, California
Overview
Assemblers, Machinists, Material and Production Control, Composite Technicians, Coordinators, Planners and Stock Clerks. These are just a few of the Manufacturing positions we offer at General Atomics. As a Manufacturing team member, you will use high-tech machines, systems, equipment and tools to create and build our products.
Experience in handling composite materials, using CNC machines and software, reading blueprints and drawings and a general understanding of manufacturing prinicples and systems are all desirable qualifications.
Schedule: Full-Time Hourly
Job Level: Entry-Level (0-2 years)
Travel: 0 - 25
Success Profile
What makes a successful Machinist at General Atomics? Check out the top traits we’re looking for and see if you have the right mix.
- Detail Oriented
- Team Player
- Results Driven
- Organized
- Productive
- Problem Solver
Job Summary General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.
Under general supervision with detailed instructions on new activities and intermittent review of work, this position is responsible for operating and performing fabrication of machine parts by using light-duty bench or floor-type machine tools such as small lathes power mills, extruding machines, drill or punch presses, power brakes or shears.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Operates drill presses, lathes, mills, saws and shears.
- Cleans machines and work area. Deburrs parts.
- Performs kitting of production tools, fixtures, cutters and pre-cut raw material.
- After complete instruction; operates machines, and inspects parts utilizing blue print dimensions and prescribed gauges.
- Monitors and verifies quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.
- Prepares and saw cuts raw materials.
- May layout, fabricate and assemble components.
- Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
- Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
- Other duties as assigned or required.
Job Qualifications:
- Typically requires a high school diploma, technical/trade school training or equivalent and two or more years related experience.
- Must be customer focused and possess:
- the ability to perform semi-routine set-up and fabrication of machined parts
- good knowledge of machining equipment including ability to use judgment and safe practices
- ability to read and understand engineering blue prints and diagrams
- skills to maintain the flow of work within the unit
- good interpersonal skills and written communication skills to interface with employees and supervisor
- basic computer skills.
- Must be able to work both independently and in a team environment.
- Flexibility to work extended hours as required.
Salary:$41,290 - $61,375
Benefits
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Competitive Pay
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Paid Time Off
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Healthcare
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Multiple product lines means a variety of work
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Pension, 401(k)/Retirement Plans
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Travel

“The people I work with and the great opportunities to grow are the reasons I look forward to coming to work every day.”– Ralph, Technician

“I enjoy working with good people and knowing I am helping our great military.”– Joe, Fabricator

“I chose General Atomics because I wanted to work in a challenging work environment.”– Tony, Composite Technician

“I'm excited to come to work because of the new projects and challenges.”– James, Quality Composite Inspector
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