Job Description

Job Description

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BAE Systems Space and Mission Systems located in Boulder, CO currently has a Prototype Machinist V opportunity available in our manufacturing facility. We machine prototype spaceflight hardware and ground support equipment daily. The machinist position will be required to work independently from complex drawings, sketches, CAD models, and/or verbal instructions to facilitate the manufacture of parts and assemblies by programming, setting up, and operating DMG mills. You’ll be working with engineering for design and manufacturing producibility, furthering a real team environment of continued success.

Space & Mission Systems pioneers discoveries that enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most. We deliver cutting-edge space solutions, more accurate weather forecasts, and insightful observations of our planet and universe. We provide actionable data and intelligence that protects our Nation. We help our customers succeed in their missions by solving their toughest challenges. Together we make a critical difference. 

The Operations Strategic Capabilities Unit plays a fundamental role in enabling efficient business and program execution – from strategic capital investments, industrial operations and an efficient supply chain, to state-of-the-art manufacturing and test operations and top-notch facilities management.

What You’ll Do:

 

• Collaboration with our lathes and wire EDM teams utilized as support.
• Manufacture complex parts made from a variety of materials with exacting tolerances.
• Provide detailed documentation as required per our AS9100 quality management system.
• Multi-axis programming with your Mastercam skillset.
• Program, setup and operate DMG CMX-50U mill.
• Mastercam advanced programming experience sought for optimal machine utilization.
• Review and interpret electronic build documents for machining requirements including thorough knowledge of GD&T engineering. Solid models (CAD) provided for all builds.
• Design and fabricate basic to complex holding fixtures for standard and irregular configurations.
• Use basic inspection equipment to check parts per ANSI Y14.5. We are an AS9100 accredited manufacturing facility.
• Maintain required electronic build records and process logs, records, and reports in accordance with company policies/procedures and government regulations.
• May be utilized for working peer support relating to the machining and fabrication of complex hardware.
• May assist in manufacturing process planning and estimating.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

 

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Working Conditions:

 

• Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor. 

Required Skills and Education

• High School diploma or equivalent plus 4 years or more related experience or a related 2-year technical degree and 2 years or more related experience.
• Each higher-level related degree, i.e., Bachelor’s or Master’s, may substitute for two years of related experience. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• Experience with multi-axis machining a must.
• Solid GD&T understanding.
• An appreciation for demanding critically tolerance parts to fully support our ever-increasing customer base.
• A customer driven mindset for their on-time delivery requirements.
• Ability to collaborate and work in team environment and to work independently or with little supervision.

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Preferred Skills and Education

• 8 years or more related experience job shop machining with metals A-Z and plastics.

Typical Education and Experience

Typically a High School Diploma and 4 years work experience or equivalent experience

About BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for the U.S. Intelligence, Department of Defense and scientific communities. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.