Lead Machinist

Who WE are and where WE are going:

At MRA Systems, our employees have amazing opportunities to work on advanced technologies and systems that support thousands of customers and millions of people worldwide every day.  From the first flight across the Pacific Ocean to developing highly complex structures for the most popular aircraft in the world, we have come a long way always with a can-do approach to problem solving while delighting customers with our high say-do ratio.  We are looking for people with innovative ideas and the drive to help us grow into the future.

A pioneer in the production and assembly of complex aerostructures including aircraft and rocket components, engine nacelle systems, thrust reversers and advanced composite products, we apply the latest digital technologies and automation in composite design and manufacturing that are second to none.  At ST Engineering MRAS, we are also rapidly augmenting our maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities leveraging the company’s expanded aircraft nacelle portfolio as well as it’s materials and processing expertise.

Who YOU are and what YOU can become:

As the Lead Machinist, you will work in a prototype, development, and production support machine shop responsible for making one-off, precision details.  Primarily will be responsible for programming, operating, and troubleshooting multi-axis NC and manual milling and turning equipment.  This includes developing work holding methodology, selecting tooling and the appropriate machine for the job, and creating setup sheets for the machinists. 

What YOU will do:

• Develop NC programs based on Engineering definition (CAD model, hand sketch, general description of the problem).  Select appropriate cutters, speeds, feeds, depth of cut parameters. Load program, machine part & setup and verify accuracy of work when complete.
• Must be able to operate all equipment in the Lab Machine Shop.
• Experience machining a variety of materials – plastics/ composites/ aluminum/ carbon steel/ stainless steel/ titanium/ Inconel.
• Typical workload is low volume, one-off projects.

What YOU must bring to Succeed:

• HS Diploma/GED Equivalent.  Technical degree, vocational training, or a minimum of (15) years Industry and (10) years of relevant experience.
• Work independently using drawings, process instructions, test plans or other written specifications to perform job duties.
• Under direction of Team leaders, assist with executing/ communicating all technical, schedule, cost, quality, and safety requirements. 
• Provide technical expertise to internal and external customers.
• Lead and train other machinists in performing higher complexity job assignments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and experience using productivity tools; word, excel, PowerPoint.

At ST Engineering, we offer great rewards, competitive pay, career advancement and growth opportunities.

Estimate salary range for this role: $31.38 to $40 per hour. Overtime eligible role. ST Engineering considers several factors with extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates’ key skills, relevant work experience, education/training/certification, job level, and work location. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.

ST Engineering - MRAS Benefits:

As a full-time employee of ST Engineering- MRAS, you are eligible for our benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starting from start date
• Health Flexible Spending Accounts
• Free Onsite Gym with weekly fitness classes  
• Immediate 401k vesting
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time off (Permissive for exempt staff)

Employment Notice: Background and Drug Screening Requirements

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace, successful completion of a background check and drug screening is a mandatory condition for employment. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results from these screenings.

It takes diverse talent to solve real-world problems.  ST Engineering is deeply committed to building a workplace community where inclusion is valued, and everyone feels welcomed.  We’re proud to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other legally protected grounds. So, bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s through our differences that innovative changes are made.

ST Engineering is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request an accommodation, please contact our Talent Strategies team at 571-771-0101, or by email at stena.careers@stengg.us.

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