Machinist Technician

5 days ago


Aurora, Colorado, United States Columbia Helicopters Full time

The Machinist performs critical repairs, overhauls, and reworks of aviation parts, tooling, and components with precision and attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Operates manual machines, mills, lathes, grinders, and other machinery with accuracy and speed.
  • Operates a CNC machine, utilizing HAAS 3-axis mill and CNC machine expertise.
  • Performs rework on aviation components, parts, and tooling with a focus on quality and precision.
  • Changes and sets cutting tools with ease and efficiency.
  • Modifies and grinds tools as needed to meet specific requirements.
  • Works within extremely tight tolerances, ensuring high-quality results.
  • Studies and interprets engineer drawings, blueprints, manuals, and specifications to inform machining decisions.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in manual machining required.
  • Prior machining experience in the aviation industry preferred.
  • Experience with manual machines and CNC machines.
  • Experience with large jig bore machine is a plus.
  • Ability to use precision measuring equipment and hand tools appropriate to the assigned tasks.
  • Ability to work overtime and/or weekends as needed.
  • Ability to work in a shop environment or outdoors locally or in remote locations as needed for customer support.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
  • Conduct oneself in accordance with Company's Core Values.

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