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Machinist I - 2nd shift (Contract)

Airbus Americas
United States, Alabama, Mobile
Oct 27, 2025

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Job Description:

Airbus is looking for a Machinist to join our team in Mobile, AL.

The candidate will work in the Machine Shop and set up/operate Computer Numeric Control (CNC) Production equipment as well as other manual shop equipment like milling machines and lathes.

*This is a 2nd shift position working from 1:30 PM to 10:00 PM.

**This position is a temporary (contract) position with no specific time period but could be extended or shortened as needed. Contractors are employed by a 3rd party vendor and placed on assignment to Airbus in America.

Meet the team:
The team at the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing facilities help assemble the finest aircraft in the world, along two (soon to be three) production lines for the A220 and A320 Family aircraft. On the shop floor you'll be surrounded by individuals who are passionate about aviation and skilled in areas like electrical, structure and quality. Join our team and help build the next generation of aircraft.

Your working environment:
Nearby on 'Airbus Way' you will find the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility for
commercial aircraft. Opened at the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley in 2015, the facility produces A320 Family aircraft and added a second product line for the A220 in 2019. The facility, which strengthens the U.S. aerospace industry, is part of Airbus' strategy to enhance its global competitiveness by meeting the growing needs of its customers in the United States and beyond.

Your challenges:

  • Perform all aspects of machining to include setup and operation of equipment such as 3-axis and 5-axis CNC mills, lathes, routers, lasers and manual milling machine and manual experience programming using CATIA or better required.
  • Ability to read and write g-code using CAM software and at the machine controller
  • Produce quality products in a timely manner using specifications and documents in conjunction with written work.
  • Code programs for new parts that come into the shop
  • Create instructions for the setups
  • Review CAD design blueprints

Your boarding pass:

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Five (5)+ years of experience working in a Machine/Fab Shop
  • Five (5)+ years of experience in Aerospace (or related/transferrable field)

Physical Requirements:

  • Onsite or remote: 100% onsite

  • Vision: Adequate to enter and read material on computer screens or controls on machines, lathes, etc. Able to identify individuals to initiate greetings, giving of directions, and other business interactions.

  • Hearing: Able to hear sufficiently to engage in conversation in office Able to hear safety alerts and warning signals.

  • Speaking: Able to engage in conversations in person and via electronic means and deliver information to groups of varying sizes with or without amplification.

  • Equipment Operation: Able to operate a personal computer, telephone, copier, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors.

  • Carrying: Able to occasionally carry up to 20lbs/9kg while engaging in training, addressing production issues, or as part of continuous improvement projects.

  • Lifting: Able to occasionally lift up to 50lbs/23kg.

  • Pushing/Pulling: Able to push/pull items in office areas and on the shopfloor.

  • Sitting: Able to sit for extended periods of time at the computer and inmeetings.

  • Squatting/Kneeling: Able to occasionally squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items shelved on bottom shelves.

  • Standing: Able to stand for extended periods of time while delivering information.

  • Travel/Mobility: Able to travel overseas and domestically sometimes for extended periods of time.

  • Walking: Able to walk through office and production areas, around flight line and airstrips, and sometimes on uneven indoor or outdoor surfaces.

Citizenship:

  • Must be able to work in the US without current or future need for visa sponsorship.

Take your career to a new level and apply online now!

A full job description will be provided to candidates who progress to the interview stage or any candidate upon request.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Americas, Inc.

Employment Type:

Agency / Temporary

Experience Level:

Professional

Remote Type:

On-site

Job Family:

Machine Operator

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Job Posting End Date: 11.08.2025

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Airbus provides equal opportunities to all individuals seeking assignment with Airbus without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in every location in which the company has facilities. Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. This assignment description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

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