Engineering Technician VI - Full-time

Saalex Corporation is seeking an Engineering Technician VI in Ridgecrest, CA. Saalex Corporation is an Engineering and Information Technology Services company with a focus on Test Range Operations and Management, Engineering and Logistics Services, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Services and Information Technology Services.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $43.85 - $50/hour (depending upon experience)

Work Location: Fully onsite.

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Technician VI with extensive machining expertise to support advanced manufacturing, production, and first-article operations. The ideal candidate brings deep hands-on knowledge of CNC machining, strong programming capabilities, and the ability to mentor junior machinists while working independently in a high‑precision environment.

Essential Functions:

• Operate and set up lathes, mills, and 3, 4, and 5-axis horizontal and vertical CNC machines.
• Create, modify, and optimize CNC programs using MasterCAM.
• Perform first article inspections and support ongoing production machining.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve machining challenges and improve processes.
• Train, guide, and mentor junior-level machinists.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, safety, and quality control.
• Communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats.