About this role
General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies. We have an exciting opportunity for a Machinist to join our Inertial Fusion Technology (IFT) division within the Energy group. This position will be based at Sandia National Lab (SNL) in Albuquerque, New Mexico in support of Sandia National Laboratories Inertial Confinement Fusion and High Energy Density Science Program. The components to be machined are normally high-precision and in small quantities. Production schedules are reasonable but due dates are often inflexible. Salary potential commensurate with willingness/ability to grow professionally. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Set-up and operate common manual shop equipment such as lathes, mills, and saws. Set-up and operate CNC mills and lathes. NC programming in both manual (i.e., plain G-code and parametric G-code) and CAD/CAM (Creo). Inspect parts using mics, calipers, digital height gages, Trimos, measuring microscope, indicators, gage blocks, surface plates, sine plates, etc. as required. Inspect parts using high level inspection tools such as CT and white light optical profilers. Document inspection results by entering data into Excel templates and archiving on server. Work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices. Performs other duties as assigned or required. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. . Dept: General Atomics