Job Description
Sets up and operates production equipment for machining of materials and parts to specifications for any and all components and torsion bars.

Sets up production equipment such as, but not limited to, mills, lathes, grinders, vertical machining centers, drills, horizontal machining centers, gear shapers, hobs, and broaches for the production of new, difficult, and recurring work in machining materials and parts to drawing specifications
Operates production equipment such as, but not limited to, the above in the machining of parts material to specifications, changing tools as required to maintain tolerance.
Required to hold tolerance to within ten thousands of an inch
Must be able to edit (G-Code) CNC programming and use tool/work offsets when necessary
Uses a full range of precision and standard measuring instruments to check work such as height and depth gages, micrometer, scales, tapes, calipers, dial indicators, and basic hand tools
Uses a full range of material handling equipment such as forklifts in moving materials or parts and from machine tables
Guides, directs, and instructs lower classified employees
Performs related work and work of lower classifications as required
Works under general supervision, receiving assistance from higher classified employees when warranted
Performs basic preventative maintenance on equipment
Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations

Other requirements as follows:
- Uses SPC on certain job applications
- Reads and works with drawings and job order packets
- Makes machine tolerance checks, records, and adjust as necessary
- Maintains high quality standards
- Maintains own tools, gages, and toolbox as required to perform the job
- Performs basic shop mathematics as required

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent
Working knowledge of Fanuc and Mazatrol or equivalent CNC controls
5 years experience in the majority of principle duties and responsibilities

Machinist trade school plus 2 years experience
- Proof of school certificate and course taken required

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Experience working with fixtures and jigs is a plus

Pay Information
This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which will determine your wages.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life including health and financial well-being. Benefits for Union employees are governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), so your benefits may differ from those described here. Generally, employees are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, which may include military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair...just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.