CNC Machine Operator

You will be a CNC Machine Operator with Lockheed Martin Missiles & Fire Control in Archbald, PA. Our team is responsible for producing highprecision electronic assemblies, machined and welded parts, and safetycritical systems for defense and commercial applications. The site is renowned for its awards and contributions to missile systems, nuclear instrumentation, and control products.

What You Will Be Doing

As the CNC Operator, you will be responsible for operating CNC equipment and ensuring parts meet exacting quality standards.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Follows instructions to machine, fabricate, or assemble parts to print and operation sheet specifications using conventional and CNC machines including lathes, horizontal and vertical machining centers
• Pre-sets and installs proper cutting tools select proper speeds, feeds, and depth of cut where applicable to maintain the proper quantity and quality standards
• Inspects cutting tools for wear to ensure the quality of parts and makes adjustments during production run as required
• Interprets CAD data, prints and sketches with regard to fabrication and follows written and/or verbal instructions
• Performs secondary operations during the machine cycle such as deburring and straightening
• Inspects parts as they are produced using standard gages, micrometers, indicators, vernier calipers, depth gages, and other measuring devices, to ensure conformity to specifications
• Performs minor preventive maintenance to equipment and maintains coolant levels to ensure a steady supply of coolant/cutting fluids to the machine
• Receives and, when assigned, provides cross-training for other tasks related to department functions and procedures
• Recommends and executes changes to achieve process improvements and/or cycle time reductions
• Selects and loads proper CNC program in machine control to insure proper operation of the machine
• Verifies gages and inspection equipment required are correct and appropriate for the task
• Verifies NC code during execution of setup and edits CNC programs

Why Join Us

Joining our team means becoming a vital part of a mission that safeguards those who serve and protect our national security. Youll work with cuttingedge technology in a collaborative environment where your contributions have a real impact.

We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being. Learn more about Lockheed Martins comprehensive benefits package here .

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Archbald. Discover more about our Archbald, Pennsylvania location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

2 years, or equivalent experience/combined education, with additional specialized training in specific aspects of job functions and with demonstrated ability to meet production time standards with minimal defects for low to mid complexity parts
Knowledge of basic shop math (metric conversion and arithmetic)
Experience as CNC operator in multiple machine cellular manufacturing operation
Experience working/machining steel, aluminum and stainless steel with knowledge of machining speeds and feeds required
Proficient in use of Measuring Equipment and able to verify conformance of machined work piece to specifications
Knowledge of M & G code to be able to edit & trouble shoot CNC program at machine
U.S. citizenship is required, as this position is located at a facility that requires special access Experience in set up and operation of CNC horizontal, vertical machining centers and lathes
Experience pre-setting cutting tools and setting up fixtures in machines
Proficient with editing CNC programs and using FANUC controls
Experience working/machining steel, aluminum and stainless steel with knowledge of machining speeds and feeds required
Proficient at GD&T
Experience programming with GibbsCAM
Experience with Solid Modeling
Ability to perform complex calculations related to machining