Senior Mill-Turn Machinist

The role

The Senior Mill-Turn Machinist will support precision machining operations for components with tight tolerances and complex geometry. This role involves operating multi-axis machines to create quality parts for the Fluoride Salt-Cooled High-Temperature Reactor program.

What you will do

• Interprets blueprints and 3D models to develop NC programs and design fixturing.
• Performs multi-axis programming with CAD/CAM software.
• Creates safe workholding methods and plans for work coordinates or tooling.
• Sets up, operates, and programs a wide range of component sizes.
• Operates shop-related machines including band saws, hand tools, and measuring equipment.
• Selects appropriate jaws or creates custom workholding using hydraulic chucks.
• Monitors machine operations and interprets G and M codes.
• Maintains a clean and organized work environment.
• Identifies and resolves machining challenges independently.
• Executes rigging, material movement, and setup of large parts over 1,000 lb.

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 5+ years of relevant machining experience including mill, lathe, 3-axis, 5-axis, and live-tooling
• Experience in rigging, material movement and setup of large machined parts
• Experience supporting lift plans for movement of large material and parts
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering and assembly drawings
• Experience with Okuma Multus, DMG Mori NTX or Mazak Integrex
• Proficient programming with CAM software
• Knowledge of CAM-CAD software and G-Code
• Understanding of basic and advanced GD&T
• Knowledge of CNC cutting tool selections, surface footage, and chip load feed rates
• Ability to use precision measuring tools such as Vernier Calipers, Micrometers, Height gages, Gauge Pins, Gauge Blocks, and Thread Gauges

Nice to have

• Experience with mill-turn environment in MasterCam
• Experience with live centers or steady rests on long parts
• Familiarity with SolidWorks or similar CAD platforms
• Willingness to provide mentorship and technical guidance to machinists

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages
• Medical, dental and vision benefits for employees and their dependents
• Paid Vacation
• 401(k)
• Pre-tax health insurance
• Dependent care benefits (FSA)
• Commuter benefits (FSA)

Before you apply

• Must be authorized by the Department of Energy to access Part 810-controlled information
• Foreign nationals from countries not on the Department of Energy's general authorization list require an export control license
• Capable of obtaining forklift and boom lift certification
• Capable of obtaining crane and rigging certification

About the company

Kairos Power is a new nuclear energy technology and engineering company whose mission is to enable the world’s transition to clean energy through the commercialization of the fluoride-salt-cooled, high-temperature reactor (FHR).