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CNC/Conventional Machinist-March 2024
Norfolk
Mar 29, 2026
About CNC/Conventional Machinist

  Job Description

  Position Summary

  The inside machinist operate in 3 sections: Machining, Valves and Pumps. Responsibilities and functional knowledge varies based on the designated section.

  All inside machinists are encouraged, but not required, to gain experience in any section other than their designated section.

  Key Responsibilities & Functional Knowledge

  This list is representative of the key areas of responsibility and functional knowledge required of a first class mechanic in the Inside Machine shop. A first class mechanic must demonstrate an advanced knowledge of the skills, functional knowledge and abilities required to perform tasks in these and related areas of responsibility.

  Advanced knowledge means that the mechanic understands how to perform tasks in these categories (including, but not limited to, the specific tasks identified below) and is able to complete them independently and teach others how to complete the tasks. This also means that the mechanic has the necessary level of knowledge of the equipment, protective gear, and machinery required to complete these tasks. A first class mechanic also is expected to strategize independently and problem-solve as appropriate.

  Machinists Assigned to the Machining Section

  Operate Machinery - Must know how to operate the following machines safely, and be developing additional skills in the following key areas:

  Lathes

  Able to hold tighter tolerances

  Thread internally and externally

  Operate and performance maintenance on the following types of lathes:

  Lathe to 24

  Lathe over 24

  Vertical Turrent Lathe

  Perform basic maintenance on the lathes

  Milling machines

  Able to hold tighter tolerances

  Complete in-line valve repairs

  Perform basic maintenance on the vertical milling machine

  Operate vertical mills

  Trained on the uses of the Horizontal boring mill based on department need (preferred, but not required)

  Drill presses

  Operate the drill press

  Assess the drill presses for basic repairs

  Perform repairs to the drill presses

  Grinders

  Trained on operating and providing maintenance to surface or gate grinders based on department need (preferred, but not required)

  Flange Facer

  Operate face flanges on valves and other parts

  Operate Overhead Crane

  Able to accomplish rigging of equipment and materials

  Be able to obtain a crane operators license

  Machining Tools

  Operate band saw

  Operate a micrometer

  Use precision measuring tools

  Other

  Manufacture parts

  Maintain and repair machinery

  Repair ship components using more complex blueprints, sketches and sample parts

  Disassemble, clean, inspect and repair various ships components

  Assist with in-place machine operations when needed to include: machining, drilling, milling, facing and boring

  Complete more complex drawings and sketches for use in manufacturing parts mechanical ability

  Produce machine work at an efficient rate with minimal or no defects that are out of tolerance

  Plan and accomplish tasks in an efficient manner

  Machinists Assigned to the Valve Section

  Operate Machinery Must know how to operate the following machines safely, and be developing additional skills in the following key areas:

  Lathes

  Able to hold tighter tolerances

  Operate the lathe to 24 to manufacture lathes, machine laps, seats and gates

  Know the basic operations of the Vertical Turrent Lathe to manufacture lathes, machine laps, seats, and gates

  Assess and provide basic maintenance for lathes

  Trained in operating and performing maintenance on the Lathe over 24 (preferred, but not required)

  Milling machines

  Hold tighter tolerances

  Accomplish basic in-line valve repairs

  Know operations of the vertical mill

  Assess and provide maintenance for the mill

  Trained on the basic uses of the vertical mill based on department need (preferred, but not required)

  Drill presses

  Operate the drill press

  Assess the drill presses for repairs

  Make repairs to the drill presses

  Grinders

  Gate grinder

  Operate the gate grinder

  Know uses of the gate grinder to include grinding gates for valves and fit of the gate for a valve body

  Provide maintenance and repair for the grinder

  Trained on operating and providing maintenance to the surface grinders based on department need (preferred, but not required)

  Flange Facer

  Work with face flanges on valves and other parts in the shop and on the ship

  Valve Assembly, Disassembly, Inspection and Repair

  Perform valve repair procedure

  Perform work with stencil and mark

  Assemble valves by following sketches, manuals and/or technical documents

  Disassemble valves

  Clean the valve parts without damaging

  Inspect and repair valves

  Record findings on a valve sheet before submitting to a supervisor

  Valve Hydro

  Test the valve hydro

  Be present during the check point with supervisor in attendance

  Valve in line repair

  Perform valve in line repair on the ship (preferred, but not required)

  Understand inline repairs

  Perform basic machining safely

  Valve Troubleshoot

  Perform valve repairs and troubleshooting

  Machining Tools

  Operate a band saw

  Operate a micrometer

  Use precision measuring tools

  Machinists Assigned to the Pump Section (Specialty section assigned based on shop need and employee skill and ability)

  Know pump operations

  Know the mechanics of pump parts

  Disassemble pumps

  Clean pumps, without damaging

  Inspect, troubleshoot and repair pumps

  Reassemble pumps

  Test a pump Hydro and conduct final inspection

  Required Education, Experience, & Skills

  Education Minimum: High School Diploma/GED

  Minimum Relevant Experience: 2 to 4 yrs

  Practical Theory Requirements

  An Inside Machinist mechanic must demonstrate an advanced understanding of lathe operation, drill press operations, milling machine operations, blueprint reading and layout of projects to be machined.

  Other Requirements

  Must be able to read, write and comprehend simple instructions

  Must be able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral or diagram form

  Must be able to calculate and understand units of measure, including fractions and decimals

  Must know how to measure using a scale and tape measure

  Must be able to wear applicable PPE (Hard hat, safety goggles, gloves, steel toes shoes, ear protection, respirator when necessary)

  Must be able to obtain a government access badge

  This job description does not include all activities, duties or responsibilities required for this position. The key duties, responsibilities and requirements identified in this description are subject to modification by the Company (in consultation with the Union, as appropriate) at any time

  Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

  Preferred Relevant Experience: 3 to 5 yrs.

  The following skills are not required but based on shop need and interest:

  Stress Relieving

  Parts and Repair

  Shaft Straightening

  Shaft Overhaul

  Licenses/Certifications:

  Overhead Crane certification required for all inside machine sections.

  Level 1 Qualified Certification Tests are offered based on department need and is in accordance with the NAVSEA Standard Item Trainings

  Pay Information

  This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which will determine your wages.

  Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life including health and financial well-being. Benefits for Union employees are governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), so your benefits may differ from those described here. Generally, employees are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, which may include military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

  CNC/Conventional Machinist

  97481BR

  EEO Career Site Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities . females . veterans . individuals with disabilities . sexual orientation . gender identity . gender expression

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