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CNC Machinist

Oceaneering
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 12/31/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/16/2026
Company Profile

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

Position Summary

This Machinist position with Oceaneering Space Systems affords the opportunity to work on vital components for NASA, aerospace, military and DoD programs. These programs will include the design, development, production, hardware processing, and sustainment of an integrated Extravehicular Activity (EVA) capability as a service for the NASA International Space Station (ISS), Artemis Program (Gateway and Human Landing System), and Commercial Space missions.

Scope Of Function

Working under supervision this individual is responsible for the activities in the Machine Shop, consisting of a variety of tasks, some of considerable complexity which require the manufacture of Aerospace, military and DoD hardware and components to close tolerances.

Duties And Responsibilities

  • Makes all set-ups and operates all machine tools to fabricate parts per Engineering drawings or sketches.
  • Applies knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, machinability of materials, machine shop procedures, and has good knowledge in the use of edge finders, indicators, etc.
  • Studies specification, such as blueprints and sketches to determine dimensions and tolerances of piece to be machined, sequence of operations, tooling and materials and machines required. Understands GD&T principles and fundamentals. Establishes most efficient machining procedure to build the hardware.
  • Verifies conformance of work piece to specification prior to turning in work, using calipers, micrometers, and various other inspection equipment (must have his/her own tools).
  • Programs, set-up and operates Hurco CNC Mill and/or CNC Lathe.
  • Performs machine maintenance and is responsible for keeping work are clean and reporting safety issues to Supervisor.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

  • High school graduate or equivalent.
  • 4-6 plus years’ experience in close tolerance machining environment.
  • The ability to read blueprints and/or drawings and an understanding of GD&T symbols and how they apply.
  • Be able to complete CNC machine programs via conversational programming using machine controls to input part data from Engineering drawings and sketches to produce finished hardware.
  • Offline programming using Creo/PTC, Mastercam or other CAM software experience.

Desired

  • Completion of an apprenticeship or technical program is a plus.

Additional Information

PAY, BENEFITS AND WORK SCHEDULE:

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors.

How To Apply

Regular full-time employees who apply will be considered along with external candidates. Employees with less than six months with their current position are not eligible to apply for job postings. Please discuss your interest in the position with your current manager/supervisor prior to submitting your completed application. It is highly recommended to apply through the PeopleSoft or Oceanet portals.

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