Shop Machinist

Job Description BAE Systems, Land and Armaments is an industry leader in maintaining, operating and repairing advanced Naval Weapon Systems. We are looking for a Manual Machinist to join our team in Chula Vista, CA. A new team member who takes pride in their work and rises to the challenge to deliver products to protect the lives of those who serve. Here, you'll have an opportunity to grow your career. Best of all, with our commitment to excellence, you'll work alongside others who will help you develop and improve your skills and find new opportunities. As a Manual Machinist, you will:
Make complex setups and precise alignment of work pieces of machines and manufacture to extremely close tolerances as required in the specifications to manufacture a variety of precision parts made from various materials and configurations; bar stock and weldments.
Perform work in a facility where safety is a priority.
Operate a variety of machine tools such as:

• Lathes
• Milling machines
• Shapers
• Planers
• Precision grinders

Ability to make/fabricate metal parts, mechanisms, tools, or machines to exacting tolerances and dimensions. Interprets blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications.
Determine sequence of operations, number of cuts required, and method of setup.
Uses a variety of machinist's hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
Makes standard shop computations relating to dimensions of work, tooling, feeds and speeds. Measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points to layout stack for machining.
Fit and assemble precision parts into mechanical equipment and determine material, parts, and equipment required.
May modify numerically controlled programs on CNC/NC machines. Monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures. Typically requires completion of a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training.Required Education, Experience, & Skills High school diploma or GED
2 years minimum of machining experience and/or vocational education
Working knowledge and skill set to read and use precision layout measuring instruments
Understanding and application of algebraic, geometric, and trigonometric functions to blueprint dimensions in the machining of complex parts
Ability to read and interpret multi-paged complex blueprints
Ability, confidence, and self-motivation to apply talents independently and with good judgment
Must be able to work independently
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Ability to setup and operate CNC/NC Mill/Lathe/Router preferred.

Physical Requirements:
Stand for long periods, stoop, bend, reach, and climb
Frequently handles objects weighing up to 20 pounds
Occasionally lifts objects weighing up to 40 pounds
Use of forklifts, hand trucks, and other lifting and moving equipment for heavier loads
About BAE Systems Platforms & Services BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too. At BAE Systems, we celebrate the array of skills, experiences, and perspectives our employees bring to the table. For us, differences are a source of strength. We’re laser-focused on high performance, and we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where all employees can innovate and thrive. Here, you will not only build your career, but you will also enjoy work-life balance, uncover new experiences, and collaborate with passionate colleagues.