Senior Toolmaker/Machinist (2nd shift)

Job ID: 114056

Location: Melbourne FL

Schedule: 2nd shift 9/80

The Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA. EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborne platforms. We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance.

Employing the world’s brightest. Supporting the world’s bravest.

Job Summary

Skilled CNC Machinist who drives safe, high-quality, data-informed manufacturing through precise machine set-ups and efficient production execution. Leverages hands-on expertise with Fanuc and Haas controls to establish accurate work offsets, load and run programs, and continuously monitor processes to improve throughput and reduce scrap. Brings a strong foundation in blueprint reading and GD&T, disciplined use of inspection tools and gaging, and a mindset aligned with continuous improvement—with added value from exposure to programming, CNC lathes, and 3D modeling (SolidWorks). Collaborative team contributor who adapts quickly to changing priorities and supports delivery commitments.

This role works a 9/80 schedule. Hours during training will be on 1st shift (7:00 AM to 4:30 PM) until fully trained. Once trained, this role will move to working 2nd shift (3:30 PM to 12:30 AM). Start time may flex within 1 hour at Manager discretion.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform set-ups on a variety of CNC equipment with a general knowledge of Fanuc and Haas controls
• Utilize knowledge of CNC controls to set zero reference points, tool offsets, and loads programs
• Run production, monitoring parts to ensure accurate high-quality parts are made safely and efficiently
• Utilize the data collection system to accurately record production activities including time spent, quantity produced, and any rejected parts
• Execute programming tasks
• Work with CNC lathes, and 3D modeling software (SolidWorks)
• Work with blueprints and drawings, and utilize understanding of GD&T as well as work from verbal instructions
• Utilize measuring equipment and gages to ensure produced part meets specification
• Utilize understanding of safety, quality and continuous improvement expectations in a manufacturing environment
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in specialty area such as welding and/or tool making
• Programming knowledge (preferred)
• Experience with CNC lathes (preferred)
• Experience using 3D modeling software (SolidWorks, etc.) (preferred)
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and drawings
• Basic understanding of GD&T, as well as ability to work via verbal instructions
• Ability to use measuring equipment and gages to ensure produced part meets specification
• Understanding of safety, quality, and continuous improvement expectations in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to work 1st shift while training (7:00 AM to 4:30 PM), then once trained, work 2nd shift (3:30 PM to 12:30 AM)
• Willingness to work overtime to meet production demands
  
  

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

• Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only
  
  

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.