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Machine (Waterjet) Operator

Towsleys Inc
Camarillo, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/22/2026
Description

About AllClear Aerospace & Defense

AllClear Aerospace & Defense is the military aviation aftermarket industry’s leading provider of mission-ready solutions. We provide excellence in sustainment for the U.S. militaries and its allies. Headquartered in Miramar, Florida, AllClear’s sustainment solutions cover over 25 of the most utilized military aircraft platforms, supported with distribution agreements from leading OEMs, in-house and managed repair services, engineered products, manufacturing, and logistics solutions.

AllClear represents more than 30 years of defense aerospace sustainment experience and expertise, focused on the bigger mission mindset of keeping militaries mission ready. AllClear locations include Abu Dhabi, UAE; Camarillo, CA; Cambridge, UK; Chatsworth, CA; Greenville, SC; Macon, GA; Miramar, FL; Seoul, S. Korea; Singapore; South San Francisco, CA; and Tokyo, Japan.

To learn more visit GoAllClear.com.

Summary

Program, operate and maintain high pressure water jet machine to produce aircraft parts from sheet metal; troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and adjust machine; accordingly, effectively utilize calipers, indicators, scales, and other measuring equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but not limited to the following:

  • Operate water jet machine using works orders, drawings and specifications to determine necessary setup and materials
  • Read and interpret blueprints
  • Select types of sheet metal needed for projects
  • Measure and accurately mark reference lines and dimensions on metal sheets
  • Drill holes in metal for rivets, bolts and screws
  • Install and align machine accessories either manually with hand tools or by inputting coordinates into machine control panel
  • Manipulate machine controls to implement cutting adjustments
  • Recognizes, deploys and properly uses nozzles, offsets, heads and tooling
  • Navigate server to locate program storage area and be able to load, run and modify programs as needed
  • Load and feed machine as needed
  • Performs daily and regular cleaning and light maintenance tasks on waterjet machines and equipment
  • Use gauges and measuring instruments to meet tolerance requirements
  • Use precision tools, machinery and equipment such as waterjet, grinders, sanders, and other non-electric tools
  • Carry out duties in a safe and responsible manner and abide by safety procedures
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education and Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent, with additional vocational or specialty trade qualifications.
  • Two years of experience operating water jet equipment required
  • Manufacturing experience required, preferably in Aerospace, Aviation, or related field
  • Ability to prioritize, multi-task and resolve issues in a fast paced and team orientated environment.

Technical Skills

  • Proficient in use of precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, tape measure, indicators, etc.)
  • Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications with knowledge of geometric tolerance and dimensions

Language Skills

  • English fluency; Spanish fluency a plus

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to stand 6 to 8 hours a day. Must be able to work with their hands, arms and be extremely accurate. Must be able to walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl on a regular basis. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Must be able to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds on an occasional basis. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving high-speed machinery and mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. outside weather conditions, machine oils, metal fillings, acetone, paints, solvents, grease, cutting fluids, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock or vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

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