Machinist 3 - Full-time / Part-time

AMI is a leading supplier of integrated electromechanical assemblies to commercial and military prime contractors. The company designs equipment to meet client specifications and manufactures high-precision components to produce high-quality assemblies. Products include special purpose instruments, maritime vessel control panels, power supply and distribution assemblies, and surface vehicle and power generating plant control assemblies.

Headquartered in New York City, L-3 Communications employs approximately 45,000 people worldwide and is a prime contractor in C3ISR (Command, Control, Communications, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance) systems, aircraft modernization and maintenance, and national security solutions. L-3 is also a leading provider of a broad range of electronic systems used on military and commercial platforms.

This is a new hybrid job role representing an approximate split of 60% CNC machine programming and 40% CNC machine operations. The AMI machine shop is a single shift, low-volume, small-to-medium part size operation, possessing three CNC machines. This person will report to the Machine Shop Manager.

Responsibilities / Duties:

Work independently to develop machining programs that enable job order execution to three CNC machines. Will access and interpret Engineering CAD files, blueprints and specifications in the course of developing accurate and highly efficiency machine programs using Esprit and SmartCam software. Will frequently set-up and/or operate Haas CNC machines. Will measure, mark and scribe dimensions and reference points to lay-out stock for machining. Fits and assembles precision parts into mechanical equipment; and determines material, parts and equipment required. May also be asked to set-up and operate a variety of machine tools such as lathes and manual mills. May monitor and verify in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures. Finally, must establish and maintain successful relations with Design Engineers and CNC Operators.

Qualifications:

High School diploma or GED

Vocational education a plus

Minimum 4-years programming experience using Esprit, or an equivalent software

Minimum 4 years manual and/or CNC machine programming and machining experience; including setting-up machine tools, lathes and milling machines

Minimum 4 years reading/interpreting blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications

Minimum 4 years making standard machine shop computations relating to tooling, feeds and speeds

Completion of a formal apprenticeship is a plus

Must have good people skills -- communication and engagement

Must have ability to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds

Must be able to work overtime

Lean manufacturing knowledge is a plus

L-3 is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage minorities, women, veterans and disabled individuals to apply.