2nd Shift Lead Machinist

GA Telesis is a global leader providing integrated solutions to the aviation and aerospace industries. We serve over 2,000 customers, including airlines, original equipment manufacturers, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) providers, and suppliers worldwide, with 31 leasing, sales, distribution, and MRO operations in 19 countries. At GA Telesis, our core business is integrated aviation solutions, and our mission is customer success. 

The Lead Machinist is a full-time position that will be responsible for using milling machines, boring mills, grinders, lathes, and precision measuring equipment to perform/alterations on aircraft parts and fabricate tolls. The ideal candidate must maintain a positive attitude, strong work energy, and be oriented with excellent oral and written communication skills. This position is based in Medley, Florida. Hours are 2PM-10:30PM, Mon-Fri.

Responsibilities:

• Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers and vernier calipers
• Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, or materials onto machines
• Set up, adjust, and operate all of the basic machine tools and many specialized or advanced variation tools to perform precision machining operations
• Clean and lubricate machines, tools, and equipment to remove grease, rust, stains, and foreign matter
• Observe, operate, monitor the feed and speed of, and listen to operating machines or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions and to determine the need for adjustments or repairs
• Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, and engineering information to determine methods and sequences of operations needed to repair products, and determine product dimensions and tolerances
• Position, fasten, and check work pieces to ensure that they are properly lubricated or cooled 
• Measure, examine, or test completed units to check for defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments, such as micrometers
• Confer with engineering or supervisory personnel to exchange technical information
• Other duties as required 

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Extensive knowledge of methods of repairing, installing, and maintaining components of aircraft articles
• Skilled in performing repairs and modifications on aircraft articles
• Familiar with tools and equipment appropriate for the functions performed
• Ability to understand and interpret documents related to technical manuals, diagrams, and safety rules