Machinist - Defense Systems Division
Group: Aerospace Group N. America
Division: Defense Systems
Location: USA IRVINE CA DEFENSE SYSTEMS
Job Family : Manufacturing
Job Type : Regular
Posted : Jul 17, 2026
Job ID: 63865
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Parker Aerospace
At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.
As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: ''Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.'' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineer
Location: Parker Aerospace Group - DSD-Irvine, CA
1st Shift - Core hours: 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Production Machinist
Position Summary:
Following predetermined procedures, duties will include but not be limited to set ups and operating on a production basis, Set-up and operate Conventional and CNC Lathe, turret lathe, engine lathe, Conventional and CNC mills and other machine shop equipment to perform machining operations to fabricate metallic and nonmetallic parts. Must have inspection techniques and shop safety. Selects mounts and aligns tooling attachments and materials. Able to work from drawings to set & adjust speeds, feeds to hold close tolerances. Knowledge of Fadal and Haas Machines is a plus.
Responsibilities:
Essential duties include, but are not limited to:
Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpiece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements,
Measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points on material or workpiece as guides for subsequent machining.
Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines such as mills, lathes, jig borers, grinders, saws, etc.
Calculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut, or enters commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media.
Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, and adjusts machine controls or control media as required.
Verifies conformance of finished workpiece to specifications.
Sets up and operates machine on trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data.
Installs machined replacement parts in mechanisms, machines, and equipment, and tests operation of unit to ensure functionality and performance.
Maintains and cleans machining equipment.
Creates tooling and holding fixtures as required to fabricate parts.
May be assigned to assist other departments.
Job Specifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required for the position.
Education and Years of Experience:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Six (6) or more years'' experience operating and setting-up Conventional and CNC Lathes, Mills and other machine shop equipment.
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN: U.S. Citizen (no dual citizenship).
Must work independently, produce quality parts and be able to inspect own work.
Must have training in CNC machining, inspection techniques and shop safety.
Requires experience with handling precision machine parts, metal finishes and assemblies.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organizations. Ability to communicate in English.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to carry out detailed, but uninvolved, written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations
As a member of the organization, the employee is expected to work effectively with co-workers, customers and others by sharing ideas in a constructive and positive manner. Ability to listen to and objectively consider ideas and suggestions from others; keeping commitments; keeping others informed of work progress, timetables and issues; addressing problems and issues constructively to find mutually acceptable and practical business solutions; addressing others by name, title or other respectful identifier and respecting the diversity of our work force in actions words and deeds.
Computer Skills: When working with CNC equipment may be required to find, load, alter and save NC programs. May require minor program editing. 4 Axis is a plus
Machining equipment as listed above as well as inspection instruments; calipers, micrometers, height gages, etc.
The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, pound or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee may also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.
This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.
Competitive Compensation
Benefit & Retirement Plans
Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:
Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.
("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")
If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Drug-Free Workplace
In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.
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