Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Machinist
Job Location
Birmingham, AL, United States
Job Description
GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for performing quality machining work in a timely and cost-effective manner, typically on simple projects with basic materials. This position works under direct supervision.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
This position has no direct reports.
Minimum Qualifications
This position involves work in a high bay area using a variety of machining apparatus. The use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required including:
Physical Demands
In performing the work for this position, the technician must be able to:
May require overnight travel.
Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
EEO Is The Law
Disability Accessibility Accommodation
If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to HRAccessibility@kratosdefense.com or call 858-964-2916. Any inquires not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded.
Pay Transparency
The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
Job Applicant Privacy Notice
For applicants in the EU and California residents, please review our privacy notice.
Location: Birmingham, AL, US
Posted Date: 12/3/2023
This position is responsible for performing quality machining work in a timely and cost-effective manner, typically on simple projects with basic materials. This position works under direct supervision.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Limited use and/or application of basic machining principles, theories, and concepts.
- Follow standard practices and procedures.
- Machine simple hardware and specimens in noncritical materials.
- Serve as machine operator on CNC machinery.
- Record techniques and/or procedures utilized to produce specimens/hardware.
- Perform other duties as may be required by supervisor.
- Keep work area organized – apply 6S principles to assigned areas and actively assist shop supervisor in shop-wide implementation.
- Perform work with shop equipment including lathe, mills, grinders, and measuring tools.
- Interpret blueprints, sketches, and verbal instructions.
- Maintain shop equipment and cleanliness of shop area.
- Maintain safe conditions in work area.
- Perform other duties as required by supervisor.
This position has no direct reports.
Minimum Qualifications
- US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance
- Associate degree in Machining or Trade/Vocational Certification in Machining or HS/GED plus 4 years of applicable machining experience.
- Previous applicable experience working with precision machining equipment including lathes, mills, grinders, and measuring tools in a research environment.
- Planning and Organization - Systematically identifies issues to be addressed and plans a course of action for self and others to ensure the accomplishment of specific objectives.
- Attention to detail - Utilizes established monitoring system, records data accurately and in a timely manner, and ensures accuracy of data.
This position involves work in a high bay area using a variety of machining apparatus. The use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required including:
- Safety glasses
- Hearing protection (varies based on tasks)
- Safety shoes
- Respirator as needed.
Physical Demands
In performing the work for this position, the technician must be able to:
- Sit for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area.
- Stand for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area.
- Climb ladders and stairs in performing the work.
- Walk for reasonable distances in performing the work.
- Lift / carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs. in performing the work.
- Pull or push objects weighing up to 50 lbs. in performing the work.
- Grasp objects utilizing the fingers (fine motor manipulation).
- Reach for objects above the head or below the waist.
- Stoop or crouch by bending at the waist or by bending the legs.
- Withstand exposure to constant or intermittent high noise levels.
May require overnight travel.
Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
EEO Is The Law
Disability Accessibility Accommodation
If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to HRAccessibility@kratosdefense.com or call 858-964-2916. Any inquires not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded.
Pay Transparency
The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
Job Applicant Privacy Notice
For applicants in the EU and California residents, please review our privacy notice.
Location: Birmingham, AL, US
Posted Date: 12/3/2023
Contact Information
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