MHI RJ Aviation Group (MHIRJ) is the merging of two important heritages: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) and the CRJ Series program. We provide comprehensive critical operational, engineering and customer support solutions including maintenance, refurbishment, technical publications, marketing and sales activities for the global regional aircraft industry.

We’re hiring a Machinist to help drive our continued success! 

Purpose of the role

MHIRJ’s network of service centers, support offices and parts depots are positioned in important aviation hubs in the U.S. The Machinist will plan and fabricate parts and shop aids in accordance with engineering or customer specifications to be used in flight test aircraft.

Here are the daily responsibilities of a Machinist:

• Verify quantity and material type are correct and all prior inspection points have been stamped
• Verify engineering and shop documents have been obtained to perform the necessary work
• Assist with planning machining procedures and set-up machine and part(s)
• Set-up and/or verify cutting tools per machine requirements
• Perform a variety of machining operations with Mills and Lathes including CNC equipment, for example, boring, drilling, milling, tapping, and threading on raw material to produce machined part(s) to tolerances and dimensions in accordance with engineering specifications
• Monitor feeds, spindle speeds, and tool wear during machining process and make adjustments to equipment, tools, and/or part(s) as required.
• Finish machined part(s) using various hand tools
• Verify part is within specified tolerances and dimensions per engineering specifications and make further adjustments as required
• Maintain existing documents, shop aid tools, and blueprints for applicable machines and equipment

• Ability to deburr, cut, polish, blend, and smooth the surfaces of machined parts using a variety of hand tools, for example, grinders, deburring tools, drill, and files
• Ability to build shop aid tools to enhance machining operation for applicable equipment
• Working knowledge of properties of mild steel, stainless steel, titanium, and aluminum applicable to part fabrication
• Thorough knowledge of proper methods in processing materials and machining parts and shop aids to prevent costly losses of material and machine delays in certification efforts

Here is what is required to succeed:

• Minimum 2 years of diversified machine shop experience
• Ability to read and interpret engineering documents
• Ability to calculate dimensional information for machining/machined parts
• Ability to operate and interpret a variety of precision measurement instruments, for example, micrometers, calipers, and dial indicators
• Ability to operate CNC machines, to include 3 or 5 axis milling and some CNC lathe
• Working knowledge of shop and trigonometry mathematics
• Knowledge of CAM Software (SolidWorks, Gibbs Cam) preferred
• Basic knowledge of CAD/CATIA with a clear understanding of NC codes preferred.

Why join us?

At MHIRJ, we recognize and value your contributions to our One Unified Team.  We live by our values and embody our behaviors which drive our success.  Take flight with a team that shares your passion and supports your journey. If your experience aligns with the qualifications for this role, we encourage you to apply – we’d like to hear from you!

We provide comprehensive benefits for you and your family, as well as ample opportunities to grow your career.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Company paid life insurance and short-term disability
• Annual wellness incentives up to $750
• Employee assistance program
• 401K with 7 company match
• Annual bonus plan
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Company provided uniforms

We do not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. 

We do not currently provide sponsorship to work in the United States. All applicants for U.S. jobs must be a United States citizen or be authorized to work in the United States.