YRK USW Machinist/Toolmaker - $35.22/hr + $500 sign on bonus

Job Description We are seeking a skilled and experienced state certified Machinist to join our team at BAE Systems in York, Pennsylvania. As a Machinist, you will play a critical role in the production of complex systems and components, utilizing your expertise to operate and maintain various machine tools and equipment. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a leading defense and aerospace company, contributing to the development of innovative solutions that protect our nation and its allies. The successful candidate will possess a strong foundation in machining principles, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. If you are a motivated and talented Machinist looking to take your career to the next level, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:
Sets up, programs and operates various types of machines. Performs all types of layout, fitting and assembly work to build or repair fixtures, templates, gauges and miscellaneous machine parts.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT:
Various types of machine tools such as CNC machines, lathes, shapers, planers, horizontal and vertical boring mills and milling machines. Machinist hand tools and measuring instruments such as wrenches, hammers, scrapers, files, scribes, protractors, micrometers, gages, levels and squares. Various portable power tools such as drills, grinders, and also uses, ladders, platforms, blueprints and sketches. Jib and overhead cranes (radio or pendulum). Personal computers or other data acquisition devices (i.e. bar-code).

MATERIALS:
Government and customer furnished, purchased and plant produced parts/subassemblies/assemblies, wood, plastic, cutting oils, grinding compounds and other processing materials.

WORKING PROCEDURE:

• Receives instructions and work orders from Process Supervisor, Assistant Process Supervisor, Lead Person or Self-Directed Work Team.
• Handles material to and from work area, using jib or overhead cranes or other material handling equipment, as required.
• Interprets prints and sketches. Plans and determines working procedures for tool and material requirements. Makes sketches of parts and performs any layout as required.
• Calculates and determines dimensions, tapers, indices and other data using shop formulae and handbooks.
• On occasion may be required to tack weld parts for welder to finish.
• Selects and grinds tools, as required, in accordance with hardness, desired finish and other properties of parts or materials to be machined.
• Procures and makes jibs, fixtures or machine attachments required for the work to be machined.
• Sets up, programs and operates various types of machines, adjusts stops, feeds, speeds, indexing, tapering or threading attachments.
• Machines and hand works parts to precision tolerances and required finishes.
• Assembles, fits, aligns, levels and adjusts machinery and equipment.
• Uses precision measuring instruments and bar optics to verify accuracy of required dimensions.
• Uses personal computer or other data acquisition devices as required.
• Keeps work area safe and clean.
• Must be state certified (mandatory)

$35.22 hr + $500 sign on bonusRequired Education, Experience, & Skills

• State Certified Machinist Papers or Tool & Die
  • MUST BE STATE CERTIFIED TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE
  • **Please DO NOT apply for this role if you are not state certified**

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• High School Diploma

Pay Information
This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which will determine your wages.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life including health and financial well-being. Benefits for Union employees are governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), so your benefits may differ from those described here. Generally, employees are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, which may include military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
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.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.