Machinist II

Airbus is committed to providing reasonable accommodations as an Equal Opportunity Employer to applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation to complete your application, please contact us at [email protected] Notice: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Notice: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination   (English) Aviso: Transparencia en el Pago No Discriminación  (Spanish) Job Description: Airbus is seeking a skilled and precision-driven Machinist II to join our Machine Shop team at the Mobile U.S. Manufacturing facility. In this role, you will fabricate high-tolerance aerospace components for A220 and A320 aircraft. The Machinist - Level II is an experienced role that will work with advanced multi-axis CNC equipment and classic manual machinery (milling machines and lathes) to shape the future of flight.  If you are a passionate, precision-driven professional capable of working with minimal supervision, we want you on our shop floor. Meet the Team: The team at the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing facilities help assemble the finest aircraft in the world, along three production lines for the A220 and A320 Family aircraft. On the shop floor you’ll be surrounded by individuals who are passionate about aviation and skilled in areas like electrical, structure and quality. Join our team and help build the next generation of aircraft. Your Working Environment: On ‘Airbus Way’ you will find the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility for commercial aircraft. Opened at the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley in 2015, the facility produces A320 Family aircraft and added a second product line for the A220 in 2019. The facility, which strengthens the U.S. aerospace industry, is part of Airbus’ strategy to enhance its global competitiveness by meeting the growing needs of its customers in the United States and beyond. How We Care for You: Financial Rewards: Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”) Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program. Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.  Individual Development: Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programs and both national and international mobility. Your Challenges: Position Summary: Operates with a high degree of autonomy to execute complete setups, programming, and precision machining on complex 3- and 5-axis CNC mills, multi-axis manual lathes, and specialized grinders. Serving as a technical resource, this role independently manages advanced material runs (including Titanium and pre-hardened steels), edits G-code, troubleshoots files, and collaborates across Engineering and Quality teams to ensure strict adherence to aerospace tolerances. Primary Responsibilities: Description % of Time Spent Primary Machining & Tooling: 40% Independently set up and execute complex machining runs from start to finish on a variety of multi-axis machines (including 3- and 5-axis CNC mills, multi-axis manual lathes, and specialized grinders). Work confidently with challenging materials, including Titanium, pre-hardened steels, and advanced alloys. Fabricate standard tooling and fixtures necessary to complete complex machining operations safely. CNC Programming & Editing: 25% Read, write, and edit G-code fluently at the machine controller or through CAM software (such as Catia). Create, review, and correct DXF and NC files using software like Enroute or Gravostyle. Select optimal cutting tools, speeds, and feeds for efficiency and surface finish. Inspection & Quality Control: 15% Interpret complex engineering plans, blueprints, and advanced Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Self-inspect finished components using precision measuring devices (micrometers, indicators, height gages, bore gages) to ensure strict adherence to close aerospace tolerances; objectively manage rework vs. scrap choices. Collaboration & Systems: 15% Interface directly with Engineering and Quality Assurance teams to resolve production discrepancies. Manage work orders, time charging, and data integrity within SAP. Maintain machine calibration tracking and flag maintenance needs. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with 5S standards and aerospace safety protocols. Other duties as assigned Your Boarding Pass: Qualified Experience and Training Required Education High School Diploma or equivalent Formal Technical, Professional, or Vocational Training in the machining field (such as a completed apprenticeship or metalworking institutional degree). Required Experience Minimum of five (5) years of documented experience as a CNC/Manual Machinist, preferably in an aerospace, aviation, or high-precision manufacturing environment. Proven experience working with hard/challenging aerospace alloys (such as Titanium, pre-hardened steels, and aluminum alloys). Required Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities Deep understanding and ability to interpret complex blueprints, engineering drawings, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Ability to write, read, and edit G-code both within CAM software and directly at the machine tool controller. Strong knowledge of tooling selection, tool setting, offsetting, setting work coordinates, and advanced inspection techniques. Demonstrated capability