Machinist III (Weekend Shift)

Karman Space & Defense

Karman Space & Defense

Ogden, UT, USA

Posted on May 18, 2026

SUMMARY

The Machinist 3 sets up and operates CNC machines to fabricate space and defense parts per engineering specifications and customer supplied drawings. The Machinist 3 sets up jobs and completes tasks with little to no supervision, and maintains machine shop cleanliness and organization. Reports to the Machine Shop Manager.

ABOUT US

Karman is the market leading suppliers of metallic and composite flight hardware and sub-assemblies for the space, missile, and hypersonic markets. Karman offers an unprecedented capability set to customers, creating a supply chain solution in a historically fragmented supply base. The Karman team draws on in-house expertise in engineering & design, precision machining, large part forming, welding, heat age, finishing, assembly, ablative & insulative composites, and other capabilities to serve as a strategic partner to customers. Karman is headquartered in greater Los Angeles and currently has 5 locations in Southern California and 1 location in Mukilteo, Washington.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Holidays

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Sets up and operates CNC machines as directed

  • Performs various machining and shop duties, which may include the following: loading and unloading raw materials/parts into CNC machine or waterjet machine, deburring parts, inspecting in-process parts, assisting with packaging of finished parts, monitoring shop supplies

  • Ensures that machined parts meet customer specifications, drawings and STP files

  • Demonstrates ability to run and dimensionally maintain quality in a production environment

  • Utilizes blueprint reading skills, shop inspection skills and related inspection tools

  • Properly utilizes measuring tools and set up tools

  • Maintains equipment, shop cleanliness, and tooling inventory

  • Maintains clean machining area, free from scrap/debris

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

  • Required Education: High School Diploma

  • Required Experience: Typicallypossesses5-10 years of experience, withdemonstratedability to effectively set up andoperateCNC machines, shop related tools and equipment

  • Preferred experience:Proficiencywith lathe setup and operation (MazakIntegrex, Fanuc controls a plus)

  • Versatility and experience across multiple machine centers

  • Strong work ethic, communicationskillsand attention to detail

  • General mechanical aptitude,dexterityand ability to effectivelyoperateshop tools and equipment,proficiencywith measuring tools and set up tools

  • Understands G&M code, reads blueprints, troubleshoots production issues, conducts inspections

  • Physical requirements of this positioninclude:Standing and walking for extended periods of time throughout thework day, occasional use of stairs, andlifting upto 40 pounds

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen

ITAR REQUIREMENTS

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, certain positions may require applicants to be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

No travel required for this position.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Karman is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform servicemember status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law. Our management is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment advertising, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during employment.