Expert Lathe Machinist 4/5

What You Will Do

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Prototype Fabrication (PF) Division is seeking expert lathe machinists to provide machining support for the machining of components vital to the Lab's mission.

PF machinists manufacture parts and assemblies by programming, setting up, and operating manual and CNC mills, lathes, and wire EDM machines.

Machinists work from complex drawings, sketches, and CAD models. They will manufacture complex parts made from common and exotic materials with precise tolerances.

The selected candidate will work in a team environment in both classified and unclassified work areas to provide fabrication services for a variety of customers both internal and external to Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Our team is committed to a respectful and safe workplace for everyone.

Machinist, Level 4 ($76,900 - $122,200)

Machinist, Level 5 ($83,900 - $136,600)

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements :

Technical Skills

• Advance knowledge in the setup and operation of CNC lathes to produce parts with a high degree of difficulty and tight tolerances.
• Advance knowledge in applied shop mathematics.
• Advance knowledge in the development of machining processes, including fixturing and tooling design and selection.
• Advance knowledge in precision measurements on parts using inspection equipment.
• Advanced application of CAD / CAM in a manufacturing environment, preferably utilizing Solidworks and MasterCam.
• Advanced knowledge of the proper application and interpretation of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) to ASME Y14.5 standard.

Communication, Teamwork, and Safety

• Ability to communicate effectively and work successfully as part of a team.
• Follow guidelines for working safely in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated record of dependability, reliability, and commitment to the long-term needs of the job duties and programmatic goals of the organization.

In addition to the skills listed above, Level 5 candidates must also meet the following requirements :

• Expert level knowledge in the development of machining processes, including fixturing and tooling design and selection.
• Expert application of CAD / CAM in a manufacturing environment, preferably utilizing Solidworks and MasterCam.
• Expert knowledge of the proper application and interpretation of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) to ASME Y14.5 standard.

Education / Experience (Level 4) :

Associate degree (AAS) in Machining Technologies OR equivalent precision metalworking program AND 6 years of experience OR 8 years prototype experience OR Journeyperson qualification program AND 6 years of experience.

Education / Experience (Level 5) :

Associate degree (AAS) in Machining Technologies OR equivalent precision metalworking program AND 10 years of experience OR 12 years prototype experience OR Journeyperson qualification program AND 10 years of experience.

Desired Qualifications :

• Demonstrated experience working with engineers to optimize product design in support of manufacturability.
• Demonstrated experience mentoring and supervising machinists.

Work Environment :

Work Location : The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Position commitment : Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory.

If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader.

The position commitment for this position is 1 year.

Note to Applicants :

Please provide a comprehensive resume that outlines how you meet the minimum and desired qualifications listed above.

Questions? Please contact LANL Recruiter Sarita Montano at [email protected] .

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