Machinist Sr-1st Shift (Wire EDM and EDM Plunge) - MFCD

Military Flight Controls Division

Supporting aircraft worldwide, Parker Aerospace's Military Flight Controls Division (MFCD) provides primary and secondary flight control systems that make flight possible. Tested, proven and trusted in commercial and military applications for decades, MFCD provides precise position-control actuation solutions for military aircraft across the United States and with foreign partners. The division's JetPipe electrohydraulic servovalve (EHSV) technology is used across commercial and military aircraft around the world. Headquartered in Irvine, California, the Military Flight Controls Division is the global leader in fly-by-wire flight control systems and electrohydraulic products and offers the world's most advanced motor design capabilities for flight controls.

Accurately and efficiently assembles/tests a variety of moderately complex products to achieve customer quality and on-time delivery schedules. May perform lockwiring, first stage subassembly, and final detailing functions. Works on products that contain mechanical components, single hydraulic systems, and multiple part numbers. Actively contributes to lean initiatives to increase productivity and reduce costs. Receives general supervisory guidance.

Essential Functions

1. Sets up and runs multiple production machines. Performs machine operations (including reworking parts) such as cutting, shaping, deburring, forming, drilling, and reaming parts. Performs machine operations where the materials, tooling, and sequence of operations have been pre-planned and established. Makes necessary machine adjustments and reports improper machine functioning or cutting action for correction.

2. Aligns and fastens work using standard fixtures and established methods.

3. Installs and adjusts cutting tools consistent with type and size of material being machined.
4. Follows established manufacturing methods using standard production machines, materials, and tooling.

5. Adjusts feeds, speeds, and depth of cut to machine quality parts, per documentation.

6. Operates hand and power tools to deburr precision and complex machine parts in accordance with semicomplicated engineering blueprints and route sheets to close tolerances.

7. Inspects parts for conformance to specifications using measuring instruments such as gages, calipers, micrometers and comparators. Uses various types of magnification equipment (including a microscope) to detect and avoid damage to surfaces and critical areas. Visually inspects parts for burrs or damaged machined surfaces.

8. Routinely maintains equipment to ensure cleanliness, accuracy, and reliability specific to division requirements.

9. Accurately and regularly performs statistical process control (SPC) specific to division requirements.

10. Actively implements lean initiatives by identifying and providing suggestions on areas for improvement. Effectively applies lean concepts and tools in work area.

11. Observes all company policies and procedures, including safety rules, and maintains a clean and orderly work area.

12. Performs other related responsibilities, as requested.

**Must have experience with Wire EDM, EDM Plunge **

1. Three years related machining experience. Able to work with limited guidance in a team environment.

2. Able to make machine set ups.

3. Reads and follows blueprints, specifications, and verbal instructions.

4. Has working knowledge of machine shop mathematics, may include trigonometry.

5. Able to effectively apply lean initiatives.

6. Demonstrates effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, as well as the ability to work in a team environment.

7. Interprets reports and uses job specific software applications. Able to use employee self-service
systems to access on-line information and use specialized automated systems (i.e., PMR, TORS, e-mail).

8. Effectively demonstrates team member competencies and participates in goal setting, performance feedback, and self-development activities.

This role is subject to compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), which requires the incumbent to be either a US citizen, lawful permanent resident ["green card" holders], or have refugee or asylee status).

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This position is subject to meeting export compliance eligibility requirements.

("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")

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Drug-Free Workplace
In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.