nLIGHT Careers

Description

Position: MACHINIST/FABRICATOR

Experience: A minimum of 3 years professional machining experience.

Minimum Education: H.S. Diploma or GED required; Associate degree or Technical Certification is a plus.

Compensation Range: $25.00 - $40.00/hour depending upon education, skills, and experience. 

Are you ready to help build the next generation of National Defense High Energy Laser (HEL) technologies?  HEL Weapon systems are not going to get into the hands of the warfighter, let alone on a shark, without a lot of hard work, cutting metal, and most importantly: paying attention to the details and pride in the quality of your work.  The cool part about working in this area is the multi-disciplinary nature.  If you enjoy complex and challenging problems in multiple disciplines, then nLIGHT DEFENSE Systems is the right place for you.  Headquartered in Longmont, CO, we are developing rugged and compact HEL weapon system solutions that can operate and survive in challenging environments.  We look forward to seeing your application.

All applicants must possess or be qualified to obtain a U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance. Preference will be given to candidates with an existing U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance.  Further information on requirements to obtain a security clearance is available at: https://www.dcsa.mil/mc/pv/mbi/gicp/.  Please review this information before applying.

Job Description: The MACHINIST/FABRICATOR will support the development of cutting-edge laser and electro-optical systems.  The ideal candidate has at least 3 years professional machining/fabrication experience and is interested in career broadening opportunities to expand into mechanical design and drafting. 

Responsibilities:

• Under limited supervision, sets up and operates all available machine tools and performs progressive machining operations on work involving very close tolerances or unusual requirements.
• Performs complex fabrication, welding and machining operations to support the development and fabrication of new components and modifications of existing components.
• Develops a methodical construction approach, which requires considerable originality, judgment, and technical skill.
• Support the maintenance and configuration of machine shop equipment: mills, lathes, saws, and metrology tooling.
• Performs fits and assembles where necessary, using machinists' hand tools and measuring instruments.  
• Additional duties related to facility support.

Required Experience / Capability:

• Commitment to Excellence.  Attention to Detail.  Pride in Workmanship.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and maintain composure and good working relationships.
• At least 3 years experience as a professional machinist/fabricator.
• Ability to read, prep material and layout work according to CAD drawings.
• Professional GTAW / GMAW welding training for stainless steel, mild steel and aluminum.
• Operate with a safety first mindset.
• Positive attitude, strong troubleshooting skills and willingness to develop creative solutions to time-sensitive problems.
• Experience with facility maintenance activities.

Additional Desired Experience / Capability:

• Expertise in Fabrication and Assembly Drawing Preparation for manufacturing (ISO and ANSI standards) including experience with version control and change record documentation.
• American Welding Society (AWS) Certification D1.1, D1.2, or D17.1.
• Experience with CAM software, G-Code & M-Code Programming, and post-processors.
• Experience with conversational programing: Proto-Trak, HAAS Visual Part Programming System.
• Experience with various manufacturing techniques – machining, sheet metal, injection molding, etc.
• Experience in Opto-Mechanical Assembly, including receiving and inspecting components, dry-assembly, bonding.
• Forklift operation is a plus.

Benefits Summary: Health (ACA Gold Plan), Dental and Vison Care paid by employer 100% for Employee and 75% for Dependents.  Company paid Life Insurance and Short and Long Term Disability.  Competitive 401k with immediate vesting of company contribution.  Approx. 3 weeks Paid Time Off + 10 Paid Holidays.

nLIGHT DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.  nLIGHT DEFENSE Systems, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, nLIGHT DEFENSE Systems, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.  nLIGHT DEFENSE Systems, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of nLIGHT DEFENSE Systems, Inc. employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.