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Overview Machinist (Engineering Technician III) (EPFAB-9): Bowhead is seeking a qualified Machinist to join the Machine Shop team at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) in Virginia. This position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with the U.S. Navy in the development of prototypes and short-run production work, contributing to critical national defense projects. Our machinists are responsible for programming, setting up, and machining parts in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) specifications and models. The role involves working with a diverse range of materials, including a variety of aluminum, stainless steel, plastic, Inconel, and titanium. We are particularly seeking candidates with substantial experience in CNC lathe programming and operation. While there will be a mix of mill and lathe work, our current project demands have shifted toward more lathe-focused machining. We provide comprehensive in-house and at-home training on SolidWorks and CAMWorks, offering opportunities for continuous skill development and career advancement. Government-provided tools will be available to support your work. This intermediate-level position requires a minimum of five years of experience in machining and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team. There may be occasions where the machinist will be required to assist colleagues with programming or machining techniques. Bowhead offers: Engineering Technician III position pays $30.98 per hour, plus $4.93 per hour for H&W (Health and Welfare) A total of 28 paid days off per year. (Described below) Paid vacation accrued up to 10 days a year. Paid sick leave accrued up to 7 days a year. Paid holidays 11 per year. Up to $175 for safety boots every two years. Up to $5250 for college tuition per year. Up to $5250 for training per year. Prescription safety glasses are provided yearly. Responsibilities Machinists are required to program and operate both CNC lathes/mills, set tools in the machines, and create fixtures to hold uniquely shaped parts/components. (Most of the equipment in the shop is either Haas, Fadal, or ProtoTraks and is used daily.) Comply with DoD drawings and hold tight tolerances on machined parts. Machinists will operate saws and occasionally use manual lathes and mills. They are expected to use standard measuring tools such as dial calipers and micrometers to inspect their parts. Qualifications Must have a high school diploma. Must have at least five (5) years of professional experience operating CNC milling machines and lathes. (Technical training may be considered as experience) Must be able to draw and program using CAD/CAM software. Basic level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, and Outlook. Have a proficient understanding of reading and interpreting Machinist drawings including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Capable of using common precision measuring tools such as dial calipers and micrometers to inspect in-process and completed parts. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees, customers, and management and respond to instructions/assignments. Be willing to assist other employees with Machinist-related issues. I.e., programming and set-ups. Must be able to read, write, and speak English. Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team. Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds. Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time. Must be able to twist, bend, and squat periodically. Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED: Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location. Acquiring a clearance will be done with the assistance of Bowhead upon hiring unless the candidate already possesses a clearance.

Overview Bowhead is seeking an Engineering Technician III to support the Army Research Laboratory (ARL). Responsibilities Read drawings and sketches provided by technical points of contact, independently set-up machine tools, prepare parts/materials and hardware, fabricate components, thoroughly clean/deburr, and assemble items as required. Proficiently generate machine codes from the sketches/drawings to operate the Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) mill and lathe to manufacture parts. Independently and proficiently set up and operate a fourth axis unit on the CNC and manual mills, lathes, Bridgeport's, drill presses, belt sanders, grinders. Conduct manual Machining prototype work. Set up and consistently and accurately program Mazak machine mills and lathes. Without direct supervision, able to manufacture necessary tooling, jigs, and fixtures and can perform cylindrical grinding. Work efficiently and hold very close tolerances (+/- .005 ") as a minimum for the lowest level requirement, and (+/- .0001") for higher level fabrications. Select or adapt standard procedures or equipment, using fully applicable precedents. Fabricate specialized tooling for unique machining operations. Construct components, subunits, or simple models or adapts standard equipment; may troubleshoot and correct malfunctions. Receive initial instructions, equipment requirements, and advice from supervisor or engineer as needed. Follow specific layout and scientific diagrams to construct and package simple devices and subunits of equipment. Extract and compile a variety of engineering data from field notes, manuals, lab reports; process data, identifying errors or inconsistencies, selecting methods of data presentation. Provide recommendations for improving operations by recommending new equipment, methods, or materials for accomplishment of tasks, consistent with applicable regulatory guidance and safety SOPs. Provide guidance to Engineers and Machinist in machining principles and order of operations. Provide technical support for engineers working in such areas as research, design, development, testing, or manufacturing process improvement. Qualifications High School diploma or equilvalent is required at a minimum. Must be able to operate and maintain conventional lathes and machinery. Proficiency in the use of SolidCAM Software to program test items. Perform assignments that are not completely standardized or prescribed. Basic to Intermediate level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team Must maintain certification/license to operate Bowhead and Government vehicles Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to obtain a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.

Check-Mate Manufacturing LLC is a subsidiary of Check-Mate Industries and is located as a start-up facility in Thomasville, GA. Over the past 40 years, Check-Mate has proven to be the winning move for hundreds of customers in a diverse range of industries including aerospace, automotive, firearms, cosmetics, and medical industries. The unsurpassed customer service of the company has long been recognized as an innovator and leader in tool & die, stampings and assemblies. Whether producing high-precision tools and progressive dies, stamping, or assemblies for everything from healthcare to personal security products, Check-Mate out-thinks , out-maneuvers , and out -performs its competition. Check-Mate Manufacturing offers competitive pay, benefits and relocation assistant. JOURNEYMAN TOOL & DIE MAKER United States Citizens Only-(No Sponsorships Available) (Must present Journeyman s card at time of interview) Check-Mate Manufacturing has openings position for Tool and Die Maker. This position reporting to the Tooling Manager, the Tool and Die Maker has a Journeymen license or has completed formal apprenticeship program. Tool and Die Maker builds, repairs, and maintains: dies, fixtures, and all other tooling in conformance to customer and/or company specifications per control plans. Analyzes specifications, lays out metal stock, set up and operate machine tools, and fits and assembles parts to makes and repairs dies, cutting tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and machinists' hand tools. Maintains a safe working environment by ensuring compliance with procedures and safety regulations. US Citizens and Green Card Holders. This Position requires relocation to Thomasville, GA. $5,000 relocation assistance. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : Includes, but may not be limited to the following Tool and die maker conduct test runs with completed tools or dies to ensure that parts meet specifications; makes adjustments as necessary. Tool and die maker cuts, shapes, and trims blanks or blocks to specified lengths or shapes, using power saws, power shears, rules and hand tools. Tool and die maker files, grinds, shims, and adjusts different parts to properly fit them together. Tool and die maker fit and assembles parts to make, repair, or modify dies, jigs, gauges, and tools, using machine tools and hand tools. Tool and die maker inspect finished dies for smoothness, contour conformity, and defects. Tool and die maker lifts, positions, and secures machined parts on surface plates or worktables, using hoists, vises, v-blocks, or angle plates. Tool and die maker measures, marks, and scribes metal or plastic stock to lay out machining, using instruments such as protractors, micrometers, scribes, and rulers. Tool and die maker select metals to be used from a range of metals and alloys, based on properties such as hardness and heat tolerance. Tool and die maker set up and operates conventional or computer numerically controlled machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, and grinders to cut, bore, grind, or otherwise shape parts to prescribed dimensions and finishes. Tool and die maker set up and operate drill presses to drill and tap holes in parts for assembly. Tool and die maker smooths and polishes flat and contoured surfaces of parts or tools, using scrapers, abrasive stones, files, emery cloths, or power grinders. Tool and die maker studies blueprints, sketches, models, or specifications to plan sequences of operations for fabricating tools, dies, or assemblies. Tool and die maker verify dimensions, alignments, and clearances of finished parts for conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as calipers, gauge blocks, micrometers, and dial indicators. Tool and die maker visualize and computes dimensions, sizes, shapes, and tolerances of assemblies, based on specifications. Tool and die maker casts plastic tools or parts, or tungsten-carbide cutting tips, using pre-made molds. Tool and die maker designs jigs, fixtures, and templates for use as work aids in the fabrication of parts or products. Tool and die maker develop and designs new tools and dies, using computer-aided design software. Tool and die maker set pyrometer controls of heat-treating furnaces, and feed or place parts, tools, or assemblies into furnaces to harden. Skills and Competencies Tool and die maker ability to read tool and die designs and prints Tool and die maker basic shop math and trigonometry Tool and die maker ability to use precise measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, gauge blocks, dial indicators, etc. Tool and die maker ability to operate all standard tool room equipment such as milling machines, drill presses, surface grinders, lathes, etc. CNC machine set up a plus Tool and die maker must have strong analytical and troubleshooting skills Tool and die maker general knowledge of tool and die design including various tool steels/carbides and their application is a plus Tool and die maker able to work independently and be self-motivated Tool and die maker must be able to work without supervision and lead small teams as required Tool and die maker ability to work with appropriate outside vendors Tool and die maker ability to train and develop apprentices Tool and die maker ability to communicate well with others Safety, Health, Environmental (SH&E) Tool and die maker ability to manually operate tool room machinery Tool and die maker ability to access tooling both in and out of machines to troubleshoot problems Tool and die maker support and comply with all procedures and work instructions. Tool and die maker must observe all safety regulations to ensure employees own safety as well as the safety of others. Support a safe and healthy work environment that is free of recognized hazards for all employees, contractors and visitors. Tool and die maker cooperate with all local, state and federal agencies, such as OSHA or the EPA, in the event of an inspection. Tool and die maker know and follow all applicable SH&E Policies and Procedures. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS High School Diploma or equivalent education or trade school diploma program Journeyman Tool & Die Maker and/ or completion of an apprenticeship (4 years) or advanced manufacturing certificate, followed by at least 4 years of on-the-job training 5 years experience in the trade; emphasis on small precision stampings from progressive dies An ability to communicate effectively in English both in writing and verbally (Preferred) Knowledge/ experience with of AutoCAD, Solid works, and EDM (a Plus BENEFITS Excellent compensation packages Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-term and long-term disability 12 Days PTO and 10 Holidays 401k participation after 1 year Training and Development Opportunities Annual COLA increases Relocation Assistance EOE/AA/M/F/VET/D Powered by JazzHR