Research and development machinist job description
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Research and development machinist requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in research and development machinist job postings.
Sample research and development machinist requirements
- Experience in machining and/or manufacturing.
- Knowledge of engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
- Knowledge of machining operations, tools and materials.
- Ability to use precision measuring instruments.
- Ability to use CNC and manual machines.
Sample required research and development machinist soft skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Research and development machinist job description example 1
PDS Tech research and development machinist job description
**PDS is seeking a Senior Research & Development Machinist for an open position in Savannah, GA.**
**Position Purpose:**
+ Under minimal supervision using conventional and N/C equipment manufactures, repair, rework and inspect a wide range of complex machine parts both new and customer property from engineering drawings/specifications using written or computer based instructions.
**Essential Functions:**
+ Setup and proficiently operate conventional machining equipment and must be familiar with N/C equipment.
+ Manufacture and repair a wide range of complex detail parts and customer property from engineering drawings/specifications, dispositions and plaster cast.
+ Plans and lays out work from engineering drawings and specifications.
+ Performs all calculations of material and selects proper cutting tools and determines speeds and feeds for optimal performance.
+ Sets up and uses precision measuring tools and checks own work for conformance to specifications.
+ Design and manufacture shop aids for prototyping.
+ Assist and trains junior level machinist.
+ Communicates detailed turnovers to other machinist, verbally and written.
**Additional Functions:**
+ Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
+ Operate cart and forklift.
+ Complies with all 5S and Environmental, Health and Safety requirements.
+ Must be able to access, analyze and interpret three dimensional electronic models.
+ Perform other duties as assigned.
**Education and Experience Requirements:**
+ High School Diploma or GED required.
+ 5 years machining experience or equivalent, to include at least 2 years vocational/technical training.
+ Must be able to read and understand complicated blueprints, sketches and tool designs.
**Unique Skills:**
+ Manual machining experience required, CNC experience and R&D machine shop work preferred.
**Other Requirements:**
+ Must possess good verbal and written communication skills.
+ Must be able to apply shop mathematics including trigonometry functions.
+ Must be proficient in operating all machine shop machinery and the use of precision measuring devices.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.
**Position Purpose:**
+ Under minimal supervision using conventional and N/C equipment manufactures, repair, rework and inspect a wide range of complex machine parts both new and customer property from engineering drawings/specifications using written or computer based instructions.
**Essential Functions:**
+ Setup and proficiently operate conventional machining equipment and must be familiar with N/C equipment.
+ Manufacture and repair a wide range of complex detail parts and customer property from engineering drawings/specifications, dispositions and plaster cast.
+ Plans and lays out work from engineering drawings and specifications.
+ Performs all calculations of material and selects proper cutting tools and determines speeds and feeds for optimal performance.
+ Sets up and uses precision measuring tools and checks own work for conformance to specifications.
+ Design and manufacture shop aids for prototyping.
+ Assist and trains junior level machinist.
+ Communicates detailed turnovers to other machinist, verbally and written.
**Additional Functions:**
+ Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
+ Operate cart and forklift.
+ Complies with all 5S and Environmental, Health and Safety requirements.
+ Must be able to access, analyze and interpret three dimensional electronic models.
+ Perform other duties as assigned.
**Education and Experience Requirements:**
+ High School Diploma or GED required.
+ 5 years machining experience or equivalent, to include at least 2 years vocational/technical training.
+ Must be able to read and understand complicated blueprints, sketches and tool designs.
**Unique Skills:**
+ Manual machining experience required, CNC experience and R&D machine shop work preferred.
**Other Requirements:**
+ Must possess good verbal and written communication skills.
+ Must be able to apply shop mathematics including trigonometry functions.
+ Must be proficient in operating all machine shop machinery and the use of precision measuring devices.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.
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Research and development machinist job description example 2
SYMVIONICS research and development machinist job description
Job Type
Full-Time Regular
SYMVIONICS has an Opening for an R&D Machinist at our NASA Ames (Moffett Field) Location!
Summary
The individual performing on this position must have the appropriate education and experience as a machinist in order to provide expertise and knowledge in the machining of parts to support the NASA/Ames Simulations Branch. The selected candidate must also maintain the machine shop capabilities, perform maintenance on the shop equipment, order & maintain tooling. The candidate must also provide troubleshooting, maintenance and repairs to the NASA/Ames simulators and their facilities. Always work in a safe manner.
The workplace is a collaborative environment requiring support for other duties including operations of fight simulators.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
* Set up and operate HAAS CNC Mill.
* Program using Mastercam.
* Set up and operate manual mills & lathes.
* Set up and operate Makino EDM.
* Use of general shop equipment such as band saws & grinders.
* Read blue prints.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and/or Experience and Education
A minimum of 4 years vocational machine shop training.
Ability to:
* Organize, plan and coordinate effectively
* Maintain accurate records
* Operate computer equipment and software
* Work independently in the absence of supervision
Certificate, Licenses, Registrations
N/A
Language Skills
* Understand and follow oral and written instructions in English
* Communicate clearly and precisely, both orally and in writing, in English
* Ability to speak effectively with customers (to include government officials, corporate officials, and employees)
* Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work
Reasoning Ability
* Ability to determine when clarifying questions need to be asked in reference to drawings and engineer inputs.
* Able to identify the correct tooling and machines required for a specific task.
Physical Demands(add additional items if needed)
* Maintain physical conditioning appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include: standing for long periods of time on concrete floors; climbing ladders to heights greater than 50 feet; performing maintenance in confined spaces; using high speed mechanical equipment that presents hazards if not operated properly; lifting heavy materials that are greater than 50 pounds (not exceeding half the individual's body weight); and sitting at a desk using a computer for prolonged periods of time.
Work Environment
Regular exposure to a fabrication shop environment with extended periods of time spent operating shop equipment or sitting at a desk using a computer
Please note that, pursuant to the Company's COVID-19 mitigation protocols and because the Company is a federal government contractor, individuals must be fully vaccinated upon commencing employment, subject to legally-required exemptions
SYMVIONICS is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V
Full-Time Regular
SYMVIONICS has an Opening for an R&D Machinist at our NASA Ames (Moffett Field) Location!
Summary
The individual performing on this position must have the appropriate education and experience as a machinist in order to provide expertise and knowledge in the machining of parts to support the NASA/Ames Simulations Branch. The selected candidate must also maintain the machine shop capabilities, perform maintenance on the shop equipment, order & maintain tooling. The candidate must also provide troubleshooting, maintenance and repairs to the NASA/Ames simulators and their facilities. Always work in a safe manner.
The workplace is a collaborative environment requiring support for other duties including operations of fight simulators.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
* Set up and operate HAAS CNC Mill.
* Program using Mastercam.
* Set up and operate manual mills & lathes.
* Set up and operate Makino EDM.
* Use of general shop equipment such as band saws & grinders.
* Read blue prints.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and/or Experience and Education
A minimum of 4 years vocational machine shop training.
Ability to:
* Organize, plan and coordinate effectively
* Maintain accurate records
* Operate computer equipment and software
* Work independently in the absence of supervision
Certificate, Licenses, Registrations
N/A
Language Skills
* Understand and follow oral and written instructions in English
* Communicate clearly and precisely, both orally and in writing, in English
* Ability to speak effectively with customers (to include government officials, corporate officials, and employees)
* Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work
Reasoning Ability
* Ability to determine when clarifying questions need to be asked in reference to drawings and engineer inputs.
* Able to identify the correct tooling and machines required for a specific task.
Physical Demands(add additional items if needed)
* Maintain physical conditioning appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include: standing for long periods of time on concrete floors; climbing ladders to heights greater than 50 feet; performing maintenance in confined spaces; using high speed mechanical equipment that presents hazards if not operated properly; lifting heavy materials that are greater than 50 pounds (not exceeding half the individual's body weight); and sitting at a desk using a computer for prolonged periods of time.
Work Environment
Regular exposure to a fabrication shop environment with extended periods of time spent operating shop equipment or sitting at a desk using a computer
Please note that, pursuant to the Company's COVID-19 mitigation protocols and because the Company is a federal government contractor, individuals must be fully vaccinated upon commencing employment, subject to legally-required exemptions
SYMVIONICS is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024