Production Machinist - Defense Systems Division

Production Machinist - Defense Systems Division Group Aerospace Group N. America Division Defense Systems

Location: USA, IRVINE, CA, DEFENSE SYSTEMS Job Family: Manufacturing Job Type: Regular Posted: Mar 13, 2026 Job ID: 63865 Back to Search Results

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At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient, and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people, with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow. Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parkers goal of addressing the worlds most pressing engineering challenges.

Location: Parker Aerospace Group - DSD-Irvine, CA

Production Machinist Position Summary

Following predetermined procedures, duties will include but not be limited to:

• Set-ups and operating on a production basis
• Set-up and operate Conventional and CNC Lathe, turret lathe, engine lathe, Conventional and CNC mills, and other machine shop equipment to perform machining operations to fabricate metallic and non-metallic parts
• Must have inspection techniques and shop safety
• Selects mounts and aligns tooling attachments and materials
• Able to work from drawings to set & adjust speeds feeds to hold close tolerances
• Knowledge of Fadal and Haas Machines is a plus

Responsibilities

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Good understanding of ESD controls, resistance welding, working under microscopes, soldering, epoxy mixing, bonding, assembly, and packaging techniques, as well as handling of classified assemblies.

Essential duties include but are not limited to:

• Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpiece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements
• Measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points on material or workpiece as guides for subsequent machining
• Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines such as mills, lathes, jig borers, grinders, saws, etc.
• Calculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut, or enters commands to retrieve input or edit computerized machine control media
• Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjusts machine controls or control media as required
• Verifies conformance of finished workpiece to specifications
• Sets up and operates machine on trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data
• Installs machined replacement parts in mechanisms, machines, and equipment and tests operation of unit to ensure functionality and performance
• Maintains and cleans machining equipment
• Creates tooling and holding fixtures as required to fabricate parts
• May be assigned to assist other departments

Job Specifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required for the position.

Education and Years of Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Six (6) or more years experience operating and setting-up Conventional and CNC Lathes, Mills, and other machine shop equipment

Must work independently, produce quality parts, and be able to inspect own work. Must have training in CNC machining, inspection techniques, and shop safety. Requires experience with handling precision machine parts, metal finishes, and assemblies.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organizations. Ability to communicate in English.

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Ability to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

As a member of the organization, the employee is expected to work effectively with co-workers, customers, and others by sharing ideas in a constructive and positive manner. Ability to listen to and objectively consider ideas and suggestions from others, keeping commitments, keeping others informed of work progress, timetables, and issues, addressing problems and issues constructively to find mutually acceptable and practical business solutions, addressing others by name, title, or other respectful identifier, and respecting the diversity of our work force in actions, words, and deeds.

Computer Skills:

• When working with CNC equipment, may be required to find, load, alter, and save NC programs. May require minor program editing. 4 Axis is a plus.

Machining equipment as listed above, as well as inspection instruments, calipers, micrometers, height gages, etc.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to:

• Stand
• Walk
• Sit
• Use hands to finger, pound, or feel
• Reach with hands and arms
• Talk or hear The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include:

• Close vision
• Color vision
• Peripheral vision
• Ability to adjust focus

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to:

• Moving mechanical parts The employee is occasionally exposed to:
• High precarious places
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Risk of electrical shock The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Competitive Compensation

Pay Range: $23.75/hr to $39.55/hr Participation in Annual Incentive Program Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay
• Company-provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay
• Career development and tuition reimbursement
• Other benefits, including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership, and financial planning assistance, are provided at no cost to you
• Supplemental benefit programs, including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness, are available at competitive rates
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons, regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency, or other appropriate status is required for certain positions in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

Minority, Female, Disability, Veteran, VEVRAA Federal Contractor

"If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission"

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parkers policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

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