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General Machinist II

Kaman Air Vehicles
Middletown, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 6/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/21/2026

General Machinist II

Precision Fusing and Sensors is actively hiring for a General Machinist II in Middletown, CT. This role requires experience in blueprint reading, part set up, program editing and in process inspection. The ideal candidate will have a background in setting up and operating CNC and manual machining, including milling, lathe, drill press, and hand screw machines. The General Machinist II will be working under the direction of the Group Leader or Supervisor with limited supervision, responsible for using a variety of machining equipment to perform simple machining operations at close tolerances.

Responsibilities

  • Perform simple machining operations, under close and exacting tolerances, using blueprints, schematics, written/verbal instructions, shop policies and quality standards.
  • Operate CNC machines to perform a simple series of machining operations on a diversified line of work.
  • Per instruction from group leader, adjust machine calibrations, console settings, feed, and tooling operation sequences.
  • Ability to understand rudimentary program formats to make minor adjustments to offsets and tooling.
  • Per instruction from group leader, make minor modifications to pre-programmed computer routines.
  • Set up, adjust, and operate various types of manual machining equipment such as, millers, lathes, drill presses and hand screw machines to perform simple and non-complex machining operations.
  • Assist in de-burring operations when required per shop schedule.
  • Perform machine maintenance and maintain a neat and orderly work area using established safety standards.
  • Must be OAP (Operator acceptance program) certified to inspect own work using various hand tools and measuring instruments to maximize quality.
  • Inspect production work as often as necessary to maintain maximum quality.
  • Rejected or scrap work must be kept to a minimum.
  • Report defective material or any unusual circumstance to supervisor.
  • Maintains workflow while balancing changing needs of the business. Communicates information to appropriate departments and individuals. Provides updates to management.
  • Implements Lean methodologies when developing project plans/layouts to achieve company goals in cost, throughput, productivity, quality, and delivery.
  • Ensures that work environment is clean, safe and that safety, health and environmental procedures and regulations are followed.
  • Provides a high level of service to all internal and external customers. Contributes to positive teamwork environment.
  • Performs other duties as assigned. Accomplishes related results as needed.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 1 years related experience
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required
  • Use of elementary geometry, algebra and trigonometric principles together with the use of drawings, specifications, charts and tables.
  • Ability to use various types of precision measuring tools and instruments.
  • Familiarity with shop practices, inspection and safety.

Shift: 1st Shift Monday-Friday 6:30a-3:00p

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401k with employer matching contribution
  • Generous Paid Time Off

For more than 85 years, our team at Precision Fuzing and Sensors has designed, tested, and manufactured the fuzing and sensor systems that defense programs depend on - delivering mission-critical reliability from a single, vertically integrated facility in Middletown, Connecticut. Precision Fuzing & Sensors has spent more than eight decades at the forefront of fuzing technology for defense and aerospace applications, trusted by every branch of the U.S. military and allied nations across the globe.

Precision Fuzing and Sensors is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other protected characteristics protected by law. Precision Fuzing and Sensors and all its related companies fully endorse equal opportunity for all.

Precision Fuzing and Sensors endeavors to make the careers website accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the Corporate Human Resources department at 860-632-1000. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.


Kaman is an EO Employer-M/F/Veteran/ Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, or any other protected class. Kaman and all its related companies fully endorse equal opportunity for all.


 

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