Job Description
In this role you will set up production equipment such as, but not limited to, vertical and horizontal broaches, vertical and horizontal presses, mills, vertical and horizontal drills, shot peen, chamfer, grinders and induction hardening on manufacturing of materials and parts to specifications. Plan and lay out work, referencing blueprints, sketches, work orders, written or oral instructions as required. Operate production equipment as required in machining a wide range of materials and parts to specifications, changing tools as required to maintain tolerances. Assist in Quality Assurance applications (i.e. data collection, SPC, shot peen curves, etc.) as well as reading blueprints and working with work order packets. Guide, direct and instruct lower classified employees. Maintain high quality standards.
Performs related work and work of lower classifications as required. Works under general supervision receiving assistance from higher classified employees when warranted.

Work is always completed in a safe manner.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

High school degree, or GED equivalent, and 1 (one) year experience in the majority of above principal duties and responsibilities
Ability to use detail and/or assembly drawings; advanced shop mathematics, handbook formulas (threads, speeds and feeds, etc.) precision measuring using instruments such as gage blocks, vernier calipers, height and depth gages, and surface gages
Ability to performs minor tack welding tasks during setup operations, such as shims, washers and holders (these welding duties do not include welding tasks normally associated with or performed by millwrights)
Ability to set up production equipment such as, but not limited to, vertical and horizontal broaches, vertical and horizontal presses, mills, vertical and horizontal drills, shot peen, chamfer, grinders and induction hardening on manufacturing of materials and parts to specifications
Ability to operate production equipment as required in machining a wide range of materials and parts to specifications, changing tools as required to maintain tolerances
Ability to use detail and/or assembly drawings; advanced shop mathematics, handbook formulas (threads, speeds and feeds, etc.) precision measuring using instruments such as gage blocks, vernier calipers, height and depth gages, and surface gages
Ability to guide, direct and instructs lower classified employees

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
N/A

Pay Information
This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which will determine your wages.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life including health and financial well-being. Benefits for Union employees are governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), so your benefits may differ from those described here. Generally, employees are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, which may include military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair...just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.