CNC Machinist III

Fairbanks Morse Defense • Walpole, MA • 1h ago

3RD Shift Opportunity!

About Us

Fairbanks Morse Defense is a trusted provider of critical power and propulsion solutions for Naval Defense. Our Pascagoula facility supports mission-critical manufacturing, including precision CNC machining of large-scale defense components. Safety, quality, and craftsmanship drive everything we do.

Position Overview

We are seeking an entry to mid-level CNC Machinist to join our production team. The machinist will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining advanced CNC equipment, including 5-axis and 6-axis milling and turning centers, to produce complex components such as hubs, impellers, and CPP propellers. This role requires strong technical skill, precision, and the ability to work in a team-oriented environment. Machinists play a direct role in supporting US Navy readiness by producing mission-critical parts to exacting defense-grade standards.

Responsibilities

Efficient setup and operation of CNC mills, lathes, and other complex multi-axis machining centers to produce component parts in accordance with engineering drawings, internal sketches, or other specifications provided by engineering/USN

Interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and work instructions while understanding GD&T requirements

Select tooling, adjust offsets, and verify machine parameters for complex geometries

Perform quality checks using micrometers, calipers, gauges, CMM, and other precision instruments

Perform some follow-up operations, such as deburring, polishing, and grinding

Maintain safe and clean work environment in compliance with company and DoD standards

Document production, quality, and maintenance logs

Collaborate with supervisors, engineers, and fellow machinists to resolve production issues

Communicate with the Engineering and QC team to produce quality parts that meet specifications.

Other duties as assigned within required scope of work

Required Qualifications

Associate's degree or CNC Machining Technology certification (2-year program)

High School diploma or GED equivalent

Able to properly wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

Able to stand for long periods of time, bend, stoop, lift, reach above shoulders, pull, push, climb up/downstairs

Lift up to 55 LBS.

2+ years' experience as a Machinist

Knowledge of machining fundamentals, G-code, M-code and shop mathematics (Ability to perform basic arithmetic, geometric and algebraic calculations)

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and GD&T

Proficiency with precision inspection tools

U.S. Citizenship required (defense contract work)

Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance

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