What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Technician VI position at Saalex?
Saalex Corporation is seeking an Engineering Technician VI in Ridgecrest, CA. Saalex Corporation is an Engineering and Information Technology Services company with a focus on Test Range Operations and Management, Engineering and Logistics Services, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Services and Information Technology Services.
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $43.85 - $50/hour (depending upon experience)
Work Location: Fully onsite.
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Engineering Technician VI with extensive machining expertise to support advanced manufacturing, production, and first-article operations. The ideal candidate brings deep hands-on knowledge of CNC machining, strong programming capabilities, and the ability to mentor junior machinists while working independently in a high‑precision environment.
Essential Functions:
- Operate and set up lathes, mills, and 3, 4, and 5-axis horizontal and vertical CNC machines.
- Create, modify, and optimize CNC programs using MasterCAM.
- Perform first article inspections and support ongoing production machining.
- Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve machining challenges and improve processes.
- Train, guide, and mentor junior-level machinists.
- Maintain high standards of accuracy, safety, and quality control.
- Communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats.
Required:
- 10 years of proven machining experience, including CNC operation and setup is required.
- Proficiency in MasterCAM for CNC programming is required.
- Demonstrated experience with first article and production machining is required.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision is required.
- Strong communication skills is required.
- High School Diploma or GED required. AA or a Machining certification is preferred.
Desired:
- Experience with CAD software is desired.
- Machining Certification is desired.
Education:
- High School Diploma or GED required. AA or a Machining certification is desired
Security Clearance:
- Active Secret clearance required. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Training & Development
- Wellness Resources
- Stock Option Plan
Salary : $44 - $50