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Machinist

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Job Description

Machinist

AviationAerospace

$ 34.97 Hour

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San Diego, California

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Machinist | Build Precision Parts That Aerospace Take Flight

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aviation and aerospace industry, to find a skilled Machinist ready to bring precision, craftsmanship, and technical expertise to an exciting opportunity in San Diego, California.

If you have hands-on Flow waterjet experience, a strong understanding of machining principles, and an eye for exacting detail, this could be your opportunity to put your skills to work in a cutting-edge aerospace environment.

Position Details

Job Title:
Machinist Location:

San Diego, CA 92121

Job Type:

Full-Time, 3-Month Contract

Contract-to-Hire Opportunity:

This position is intended to convert to direct hire; however, conversion is not guaranteed.

Pay Rate:

$34.97 per hour

Schedule:

Monday through Friday

Shift:

2nd Shift, 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Work Location:

On-site

Make an Impact Through Precision

As a Machinist 1, you'll support the machining department at the San Diego structures site, including performing waterjet machining onposite materials. Your work will require precision, technical expertise, sound judgment, and amitment to quality.

You'll join a collaborative team w your ability to interpret technical drawings, set up and operate machinery, and produceponents to exact tolerances will contribute to highly specialized aerospace manufacturing operations.

What You'll Do

In this role, you will:

Set up and operate Flow waterjet equipment and a variety of machine tools.

Operate equipment such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, planers, precision grinders, and potentially numerically controlled machinery.

Machineposite and metalponents to exact specifications, tolerances, and dimensions.

Interpret blues, sketches, mechanical drawings, and engineering specifications.

Determine machining sequences, required cuts, tooling, feeds, speeds, and setup methods.

Use machinist hand tools and precision measuring instruments to verify accuracy.

Perform standard shop calculations related to dimensions, tooling, feeds, and speeds.

Measure, mark, and scribe dimensions and reference points to prepare stock for machining.

Fit and assemble precision parts into mechanical equipment.

Determine the materials, parts, tooling, and equipment needed toplete assigned work.

Monitor and verify quality in accordance with applicable process and quality-control procedures.

Work independently with limited supervision while exercising sound judgment.

Collaborate with coworkers and actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Maintain a strong focus on quality, safety, accuracy, and attention to detail.

Required Qualifications

We're looking for candidates who bring:

Hands-on experience setting up and operating Flow waterjet equipment.

Understanding of machining theory, methods, and strategies.

Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, technical documentation, specifications, and tolerances.

Ability to usemon machine shop hand tools and precision measurement equipment.

Formal machinist apprenticeship or equivalentbination of training and experience.

Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Ability to prioritize and execute tasks effectively.

Strong interpersonal and verbalmunication skills.

Ability to work with limited supervision and make sound independent decisions.

Strong self-motivation and attention to detail.

Ability to work effectively within a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Willingness and ability to learn new technologies and adapt to change.

Commitment to continuous learning and professional improvement.

Availability to work 2nd shift from 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

Preferred Qualifications

Stand out from the crowd with:

Experience programming with Flow software.

Previous machining experience in an aerospace environment.

Why Join Us?

This isn't just another machining assignment. It's an opportunity to put your skills to work in the aerospace industry while partnering with PDS Tech Commercial

You'll have the opportunity to:

Earn apetitive $34.97 per hour.

Gain valuable experience in a highly technical aerospace manufacturing environment.

Work hands-on with Flow waterjet technology and specialized materials.

Join a team that values precision, collaboration, continuous improvement, and technical excellence.

Strengthen your aerospace manufacturing experience while expanding your machining expertise.

Pursue a position intended to be contract-to-hire, providing the potential for a longer-term career opportunity. Please note that direct hire is the intent but is not guaranteed.

Ready to Put Your Machining Skills to Work?

If precision is your passion and you're ready to take your machining career into the aerospace industry, PDS Tech Commercial wants to hear from you.

today and bring your skills, craftsmanship, and attention to detail to an opportunity w every cut counts.

This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) andor Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

Pay Details:

$34.97 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program,muter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay w applicable.

Equal Opportunity EmployerVeteransDisabled

Military connected talent encouraged to To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to pdstechcandidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws andor security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

The California Fair Chance Act

Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Sick Leave
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Health and Wellness Programs