Machinist

Job Description:

The Machinist will be responsible for using milling machines, boring mills, grinders, lathes and precision measuring equipment to perform repairs/alterations on aircraft parts and to fabricate tools.

Responsibilities/daily tasks:

• Select the appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used in preparation of machinery work
• Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers and vernier calipers
• Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, or materials onto machines
• Set up, adjust, and operate all of the basic machine tools and many specialized or advanced variation tools to perform precision machining operations
• Clean and lubricate machines, tools, and equipment to remove grease, rust, stains, and foreign matter
• Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process
• Observe and listen to operating machines or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions and to determine need for adjustments or repairs
• Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, and engineering information to determine methods and sequences of operations needed to repair products, and determine product dimensions and tolerances
• Machine parts to specifications, using machine tools, such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders
• Check work pieces to ensure that they are properly lubricated or cooled
• Position and fasten work pieces
• Measure, examine, or test completed units to check for defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments, such as micrometers
• Confer with engineering or supervisory personnel to exchange technical information
• Operate equipment to verify operational efficiency

Qualifications:

1. Extensive knowledge of methods of repairing, installing and maintaining components of aircraft articles.
2. Skilled in performing repairs and modifications on aircraft articles.
3. Familiar with tools and equipment appropriate for the functions performed.
4. Ability to understand and interpret documents related to technical manuals, diagrams and safety rules.