Machinist III

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies. General Atomics Inertial Fusion Technology (IFT) division designs, manufactures and characterized first-of-a-kind precision components in support of the national labs, fusion and science technologies.

Components are manufactured and measured on a variety of highly-specialized and precise equipment and are often millimeter in scale with micron-sized features and tolerances. Under general supervision with detailed instructions on new activities and intermittent review of work, this position is responsible for operating and performing fabrication of machine parts by using light-duty bench or floor-type machine tools such as small lathes, power mills, extruding machines, drill or punch presses, power brakes or shears.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Operates precision CNC lathes or mills along with standard machining equipment such as manual drill presses, lathes, mills, saws and shears. Cleans machines and work area. Deburrs parts. Performs kitting of production tools, fixtures, cutters and pre-cut raw material. Establishes tool positions, centerlines, and tool heights within precision machining equipment.

After complete instruction; operates machines, and inspects parts utilizing blue print dimensions and prescribed metrology equipment. Records data in accordance with established protocols and standards. Monitors and verifies quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures. Prepares and saw cuts raw materials.

May layout, fabricate and assemble components. Performs other duties as assigned or required. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.