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Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Machinist level 2 or 3 to support our Armament Systems Business Unit located in Mesa, AZ.

Armament Systems is a leading supplier of integrated medium-caliber weapon systems for land, air and sea platforms through its world-renowned Bushmaster® line of automatic cannons produced at its Mesa, Arizona facility.

Please note this position may be filled as a level 2 or level 3 pay grade depending on the candidate’s education and/or years of experience.

Role Description & Responsibilities:

• The Machinist is responsible for fabrication of various components and samples that meet design specifications.

• Operates various conventional and/or numerically controlled machining centers, lathes, and surface grinders on semi-complex jobs.

• Able to work from blueprints, sketches, planning sheets, verbal instructions, and/or engineering, tooling, or equipment information.

• Contributes to organizational initiatives to increase productivity and reduce costs.

• Works with limited guidance, in a team environment.

Basic Qualifications:

• **Level 2 -**High School diploma or equivalent, plus 2 years of experience with CNC Lathes and Mills in a machining environment.

• **Level 3-**High School diploma or equivalent, plus 4 years of experience with CNC Lathes and Mills in a machining environment.

• Must be a US Citizen

• Ability to follow written, electronic and verbal instructions and work with minimal supervision.

• Perform manual and CNC machine operations (including reworking parts) such as turning, milling, forming, drilling, tapping, and reaming parts.

• Adjusts feeds, speeds, and depth of cut to machine quality parts.

• Operates hand and power tools to deburr precision and complex machined parts in accordance with semi-complicated engineering blueprints.

• Inspects parts for conformance to specifications using measuring instruments such as gages, calipers, and micrometers. Visually inspects parts for burrs or damaged machined surfaces.

• Routinely maintains equipment to ensure cleanliness, accuracy, and reliability.

• Actively implements lean initiatives by identifying and providing suggestions on areas for improvement. Effectively applies lean concepts and tools in work area.

• Observes all company policies and procedures, especially safety rules, and maintains a clean and orderly work area.

• Experience working in a team environment, collaborating with group members in problem solving.