Machinist Technician

Irvine, CAfull timeRemote

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$90k–$105k

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Alten Technology Machinist Technician operates and maintains CNC mill, lathe, waterjet, laser cutter, and 3D printing equipment to fabricate parts per engineering specifications. Manages shop operations, inventory, and documentation to ensure smooth fabrication workflows.

Responsibilities

Machining & Fabrication
Operate CNC mill, lathe, waterjet, laser cutter, and 3D printers to produce parts to specification
Read and interpret CAD drawings, technical schematics, and blueprints to determine fabrication requirements
Use CAM software to generate CNC toolpaths and run programs to close fabrication tickets
Perform quality checks on finished parts to verify they meet engineering tolerances
Troubleshoot machining issues, adjust programs, and resolve equipment problems as they arise
Shop Operations & Organization
Manage daily work order prioritization and production scheduling with remote input from the Machine Shop Supervisor
Keep the shop floor organized, clean, and production-ready at all times
Perform routine maintenance on all shop equipment to prevent unplanned downtime
Coordinate with Engineering to clarify part requirements, timelines, and priorities
Inventory & Procurement

Qualification

Experience operating waterjet cuttersSKILLS & COMPETENCIESTechnicalProblem-Solving

Required

2 years of hands-on machine shop experience
Experience operating CNC mills and lathes
Experience operating waterjet cutters, laser cutters, or both
Experience with 3D printing workflows and materials
Ability to read and interpret technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, and engineering drawings
Working knowledge of CAM software and CNC program generation
Ability to troubleshoot machining and equipment issues independently
Strong time management and self-direction, with the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines without direct oversight

Preferred

Experience with multiple 3D printing technologies (FDM, SLA, SLS)
Familiarity with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
Experience with manual machining (manual mill, manual lathe)
Knowledge of materials science as it applies to machining and fabrication
Experience with shop inventory management or procurement systems
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
Technical: Strong hands-on machining ability across CNC, waterjet, laser, and additive manufacturing equipment
Problem-Solving: Identifies root causes of machining issues and resolves them without escalation when possible

Company

Alten Technology

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