Job ID: 689124BR Date posted: Mar. 27, 2025
Description:You will be an CNC Machine Operator Sr. for our team at Lockheed Martin Archbald, a full-service Missiles and Fire Control facility that provides design, manufacturing, engineering, and field service support for domestic and international customers. Our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality products, and we're looking for a skilled and experienced machine operator to join our team.

What You Will Be Doing
As a CNC Machine Operator Sr., your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Follow instructions to machine, fabricate, or assemble parts to print and operation sheet specifications using CNC machines
• Interpret CAD data, prints and sketches regarding fabrication and follow written instructions
• Set up and operation of one or more computer numerical controlled machining centers for both horizontal and vertical machines. Performs such operations as drilling, milling, boring, & tapping, etc. on any/all types of work within the scope of the machine
• Verify NC code during execution of setup
• Perform secondary operations during machine cycle such as deburring and straightening
• Inspect parts prior to submission and as they are produced using standard gages, micrometers, indicators, vernier calipers, depth gages, and other measuring devices to ensure conformity to specifications
• Select and install proper cutting tools, zero in the machine to control and make other necessary setup adjustments
• Assist in providing feedback on prescribed processes, fixturing, and tooling to Manufacturing Engineers to ensure that off-line engineering is complete and optimize efficiency before online operations are performed
• Analyze machining results and performance targets with budgeted times and communicate shift targets for jobs to be run in production
• Maintain coolant levels and perform minor preventive maintenance to equipment
• Support a flexible work schedule supporting overtime, off-Fridays, weekends, and/or alternate shifts to support product schedules as required
• Physical condition allowing: lifting 50 pounds; standing, sitting, bending, and walking 10+ hours per day; and personal protective equipment including Steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection, and wearing a respirator when required

Why Join Us
You're a skilled and experienced machine operator with a passion for working with cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions. As a CNC Machine Operator Sr., you'll have the opportunity to work on challenging projects, collaborate with a talented team, and contribute to delivering high-quality products that make a real difference in national security. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, flexible work schedules, and a commitment to investing in your future and security. If you're looking for a role that offers opportunities for growth, a dynamic work environment, and a chance to make a meaningful impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity:
This position is located in Archbald. Discover more about our Archbald, Pennsylvania location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

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Basic Qualifications:
• 5 years, or equivalent experience/combined education, with additional specialized training in specific aspects of job functions and with demonstrated ability to meet production time standards with minimal defects
• Must have prior demonstrated setup experience
• Knowledge of basic shop math (metric conversion and arithmetic)
• Proficient in use of Measuring Equipment and ability to verify conformance of machined work piece to specifications
• Proficient in reading and understanding complex mechanical blueprints
• Experience in selection and installation of proper cutting tools, and zeroing the machine to control, shaping and installing proper cutting tools and selecting proper tool offsets to meet quality standards and make other necessary setup adjustments
• Must know M & G code to be able to edit, troubleshoot, and program machine
• Experience working/machining steel, aluminum and stainless steel with knowledge of machining speeds and feeds required
• U.S. citizenship is required, as this position is located at a facility that requires special access
Desired Skills:
• Experience in the development of, or redesign of, tooling and fixtures to improve quality or reduce costs
• Experience as CNC operator in multiple machine cellular manufacturing operation
• Proficient at Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Excellent knowledge of tooling and cutting condition calculations; know proper use and selection of different inserts, cutting tools and cutting tool geometries
• Experience programming with GibbsCAM
• Experience with Solid Modeling
• Ability to perform complex calculations related to machining
• Knowledge of such tools as SAP, Command Media, Apriso, PAL, dPLM, Apriso, Microsoft Office
• Demonstrated experience in mentoring/teaching of junior machinists
Clearance Level: None
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They’re dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.

As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin’s vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers’ toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.
Experience Level: Hourly/Non-Exempt
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: Second