CNC Machinist - Military DoD SkillBridge

About the role

GE Aerospace is recruiting a CNC Machinist for its Wilmington, North Carolina facility, which has produced rotating parts for commercial and military aircraft engines for over 22 years. The position is open to active-duty Service members in the final 180 days of their service through the Military DoD SkillBridge program, which provides civilian work experience and training with an industry partner. Participants are not paid by GE Aerospace because they continue to receive military pay and benefits.

Key responsibilities

• Set up and operate multi-axis CNC/NC machines, often running several at once, handling metals and parts with tight tolerances and fine finishes
• Use micrometers, calipers, indicators and special-purpose gauges to measure and check part dimensions at each machining stage
• Perform precise indicating, including true indicator reading (TIR) and four-point indication
• Maintain records, logs and charts, and produce electronic or manual reports
• Help train other operators on equipment use
• Meet tolerances and finishes set by Manufacturing Engineering and Quality Assurance, and inspect parts to confirm conformity
• Obtain and maintain CVP certification, with training provided
• Accurately serialize parts to maintain traceability
• Take part in daily team meetings and communicate directly with team members
• Follow drawings and method sheets when setting up and operating equipment
• Use forklifts, cranes and other material-handling equipment safely, lifting up to 50 lbs

Required profile

• Active military personnel in their last 180 days of service
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Formal machinist or metalworking training (DoD machinist school, vocational program, etc.)
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, tolerances and finishes
• Access to U.S. export-controlled information; must be able to prove U.S. person status (citizen, lawful permanent resident, asylee or refugee)

Required skills

• CNC machining: at least 3 years of experience setting up and operating CNC processes such as drilling, milling, grinding, turning or broaching, or a 2-year degree from an accredited machinist program
• At least 2 years of experience using precision measuring instruments