Machinist

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Title: Machinist

Location: United States-Illinois-Rockford

Job Number: 17801

Machinist. Perform general machining/modification of aircraft sub-components according to the aircraft/manufacturer's specifications and/or engineering specifications and development of special tooling and fixtures related to special projects as directed by Engineering or designated supervisory personnel.

What You Will Be Responsible For

• Create, modify, and download CNC programs by inputting instructions and configuring tool registers, offsets, compensation values, and conditional switches; apply basic math, geometry, and trigonometry to calculate machining requirements and generate part programs.
• Program, set up, and operate CNC machining equipment to perform precise milling, drilling, threading, sawing, and boring operations.
• Interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical manuals to ensure accurate machining processes.
• Collaborate in the design and fabrication of specialized tooling required to complete assigned tasks.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in compliance with shop standards.
• Accurately complete all required documentation related to production and quality control.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

What you will need to be successful in this role:

• 4 years of hands-on experience operating milling machines, lathes, surface grinders, jigs, and other machine shop power tools.
• Demonstrated experience with HAAS control systems.
• Strong understanding of CNC machining principles, including speeds/feeds and tooling.
• Mathematical competence, including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry, for part setup and verification.
• Skilled in using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and indicators.

The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off program
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Physical Demands/Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.
• The environmental characteristic for this position is a warehouse setting.
• Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional manufacturing environment.

AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.

Compensation

The anticipated salary range for this position is $27.15 to $33.68 hourly. This range reflects the base pay for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location. AAR offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holiday pay, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

If you have questions about this posting, please contact [email protected]