CNC Machinist

Job Summary

Amentum is searching for a Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machinist to join our team in Ijamsville, MD.

As a CNC Machinist, you'll be interpreting sketches and 3D models for a variety of machined parts and assisting other shop employees and engineers in the assembly of prototype parts, equipment and test fixtures.

What you bring to the position:

• You will be well-versed in fabricating parts for prototype equipment, working from complicated engineering drawings, sketches and 3D models, written or verbal instructions with the capability of holding strict tolerances.
• You will be competent with CAM programming software, preferably GibbsCAM.
• You will have the demonstrated ability to use various hand tools such as drills, sanders, and grinders.
• You have safety in mind, adhering to all Company health, safety, quality assurance, and security programs.
• You consistently work safely without presenting a direct threat to self, or others

• High school diploma or equivalent and a rounded training in machine shop practices and procedures.
• A minimum of 5 years of job-related experience or equivalent.
• Operating knowledge of machining tools, skilled in setting up and running lathes and milling machines - manual and numerically controlled machinery preferred.
• Must have full capacity of setup and tooling selection as well as programming capability of CNC machine tools.
• Must possess good mathematical skills, blueprint / drawing reading and shop layout.
• Experienced in machining all types of materials - aluminum, steels, titanium, monel, brass/bronze, G-10 fiberglass, composites, wood, foams, delrin and most other plastics is required.

• Associates degree preferred
• Familiarity with CAM programming software, preferably GibbsCAM.
• Good communication skills - verbal and written.
• Perform quality checks on finished products ensuring dimensions and other criteria conform to specifications.
• Willingness to meet with customers.
• Teamplayer, good time management and organizational skills.