CNC Machine Operator Sr

**Description:** You will be a CNC Machine Operator for our Archbald team, responsible for setting up and operating computer numerical controlled machining centers to produce mid to high complexity parts/. **What You Will Be Doing** As a CNC Machine Operator, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: - Set up and operation of one or more CNC machining centers for both horizontal and vertical machines for mid to high complexity parts/. Perform drilling, milling, boring, & tapping, etc/. on any and all types of work within the scope of the machine - Selects and installs proper cutting tools, and zeroes in the machine to control/. Shapes and installs proper cutting tools, select proper tool offsets to meet quality standards and make other necessary setup adjustments - Selects and loads proper CNC program in machine control to insure proper operation - Follows instructions to machine, fabricate, or assemble parts to print and operation sheet specifications using conventional and CNC machines - Interprets CAD data, prints and sketches with regard to fabrication and follow written/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 - Inspects cutting tools for wear to ensure the quality of parts and makes adjustments during production run as required to maintain quality parts and keep the machine running - Maintains coolant levels to ensure a steady supply of coolant/cutting fluids to the machine - Receives and 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 - Inspects set up parts prior to submission to inspection for approval to the fullest and most practical extent possible - Provides feedback on prescribed processes, fixturing, and tooling to Manufacturing Engineers to ensure that off/-line engineering is complete and optimize efficiency before online operations are performed - Analyzes machining results and performance targets with budgeted times and communicates shift targets for jobs to be run in production - Investigates "out of specification" problems in machining processes and work with ME's and programmers to resolve - Provides technical support to Manufacturing personnel - Verifies gages and inspection equipment required are correct and appropriate - Verifies NC code during execution of setup - Pre/-sets and installs proper cutting tools select proper speeds, feeds, and depth of cut to maintain the proper quantity and quality standards - Edits CNC programs - Adheres to safety guidelines and the correct procedures for performing tasks to prevent personal injury or damage to product and/or equipment - Performs minor preventive maintenance to equipment - Performs other job/-related duties as required by management **Why Join Us** You're a skilled and detail/-oriented professional with experience in CNC machining/. As a CNC Machinist, you'll have the opportunity to work on challenging projects, collaborate with a talented team, and contribute to delivering high/-quality products/. We are committed to supporting your work/-life balance and overall well/-being/. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's 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/. **Basic Qualifications:** - 5 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 - Demonstrated experience in setup of lathe and milling machines - Proficient in use of Measuring Equipment and able to verify conformance of machined work piece to specifications - Proficient in reading and understanding complex mechanical blueprints - Experience in selection and installation of proper cutting tools, and zeroing the machine to control/. Experience in shaping and installing proper cutting tools and selecting proper tool offsets to meet quality standards and make other necessary setup adjustments - Working knowledge M & G code to be able to program, edit & trouble shoot CNC program at machine - Working knowledge of GD&T - Experience working/machining steel, aluminum and stainless steel with knowledge of machining speeds and feeds required - Experience working successfully in a team environment - Good oral and written communication skills - U/.S/. citizenship is required, as this position is located at a facility that requires special access **Desired Skills:** - Experience in the development of, or redesign of, tooling and fixtures to improve quality or reduce costs - Excellent knowledge of tooling and cutting condition calculations; know proper use and selection of different inserts, cutting tools and cutting tool geometries - Excellent knowledge and application of GD&T - Experience programming with GibbsCAM - Experience with Solid Modeling - Ability to perform complex calculations related to machining - Knowledge of such tools as SAP, Command Media, Apriso, PAL, dPLM, Apriso, Microsoft Office - Demonstrated experience in mentoring/teaching of junior machinists **Clearance Level:** None **Other Important Information You Should Know** **Expression of Interest:** By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match/. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings/. **Ability to Work Remotely:** Onsite Full/-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility/. **Work Schedules:** Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees/. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed/. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits/. **Schedule for this Position:** 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week **Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer/. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics/.** **The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 /- 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration/.** Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours/. Our customers tackle the hardest missions/. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision/. They're dangerous/. Critical/. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives/. Those are the missions we care about/. As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin's vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers' toughest challenges/. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U/.S/., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories/. **Experience Level:** Hourly/Non/-Exempt **Business Unit:** MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL **Relocation Available:** No **Career Area:** Manufacturing **Type:** Full/-Time **Shift:** First

Created: 2026-04-02