CNC Machinist

Overview

Description

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact? Leidos delivers innovative solutions through the efforts of diverse and talented people who are dedicated to customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to communities, and operate sustainably. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

Your greatest work is ahead!

Leidos is seeking talented CNC Machinists for all shifts (1st shift, 2nd shift and Weekend shifts) to join our Mechanical Manufacturing team in Huntsville, AL. The ideal candidate will have experience in programming, setup, and operation of a variety of machine tools including CNC Mills and CNC Lathes.

Note: This posting is for multiple opportunities ranging in years of experience. Level of opportunity, including compensation, will be matched to a candidate's experience.

If this sounds like the environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

• The CNC Machinist must be capable of reading engineering drawings and CAD models to produce unique precision parts.
• Experience in the manufacturing of complex aerospace components from exotic materials, such as Titanium, is a plus.
• 5-axis and/or mill-turn experience is a plus.
• This role will work on different projects in an ever-changing, rapid-paced R&D environment with little or no assistance.

• Candidates must possess a High School diploma/GED with at least 2 years of precision machining experience on CNC Mills & CNC Lathes.
• Candidates must have the ability to lift a minimum of 35+ pounds unassisted.
• Candidate must be able to work overtime when required.
• Regular attendance is required.
• Applicant must be able to work a full-time schedule: 1st shift - 4 days per week, 10 hours per shift; 2nd shift - 4 days per week, 10 hours per shift;
  Weekend shift - 3 days (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) 12 hours per shift (6a-6p).
• Candidate must be a US Citizen and possess or meet the eligibility to obtain (and be able to maintain) a Secret Clearance.

• 5-axis machining experience with Fanuc, Siemens 840D controls.
• Two years of 2D & 3D experience with a CAM software tool.
• Experience machining in a prototype environment.

Location:

Huntsville, AL

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit

Pay range for this job is $48,100.00 – $86,950.00. The pay range is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in offering a role include responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, market data, and applicable agreements.

Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. Details are available at

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with relevant laws.