Prototype Tool and Die Machinist

Job Description

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Boeing Defense, Space and Security is seeking a Prototype Tool and Die Machinist in El Segundo, CA to join our Space and Launch Division on our Satellite Systems Team. This team manages the company's major commercial and government satellite and ground programs for communications, national defense and other missions.

Position Responsibilities:

• Responsible for an assigned major experimental, developmental or other project which requires the planning, lay-out, set-up and operation of all types of machine tools to perform laboratory machining operations requiring the highest level of skill and job knowledge to precise tolerances Plan, construct, modify, repair and maintain complete high precision and costly tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures of extremely complicated and unusual design.

• Design, develop, and fabricate holding fixtures and electrodes for Electrical Discharge Machines, and operate to produce components to precise tolerances.

• Work from verbal and written instructions, engineering drawings, part-prints, sketches, blueprints, and rough sketches where normal operating assignment involves a general outline of an experimental or developmental project in which the full complement of machine tools must be utilized in order to carry assignment to completion.

• Plan sequence of operations and methods to completely layout and set up work for the entire project, including temporary tooling and production aids where a thorough knowledge of finishes and machining characteristics of newer types of plastics, metals, and laboratory machine shop theory is utilized. Determine electrode material configuration and sizes; overcut and tool wear ratios.

• Layout complex parts for the project and make necessary complex calculations requiring extensive use of shop mathematics.

• Prove out linear, radial and chord dimensions through the use of geometry and trigonometry to solve inter-related dimensions in more than one plane on both the electrode and the part.

• Setup and operate all tool room machines, including grinding machines, mounting attachments, setting tools, and conventional machine shop equipment required to produce electrodes and components, or to establish operating procedures.

• Setup and operate the electrical discharge machine to produce delicate and intricate components made of special, non-machine able or exotic materials. Determine machine settings, calculate, and adjust condenser values, flow and suction requirements of dielectric oil.

• Develop sequence of operations and methods, working with supervision and engineering personnel on design problems, heat treating, material used, and the development of methods or procedures.

• Perform rework of the same nature of difficulty, along with incidental related duties as assigned. Check completed details for tolerance and quality requirements. Assist toolmakers in making of electrodes and fixtures.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location option.

Security Clearance and Export Control Requirements:

This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Machinist Apprenticeship program graduate and/or completed a Machining Certificate

• Minimum 10 years of experience setting-up and operating CNC Mills and Lathes

• Minimum 5 years of experience programming G and M codes

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• EDM Wire experience

• Conventional machining experience

This is an hourly position governed by a collective bargaining agreement.

Relocation:

This position is located in a location that does not offer relocation.  Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies. 

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent.  Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. 

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. 

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only.  Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.  

Summary pay range: $29.42- $47.09

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 09, 2026

Education

Trade/Vocational or Equivalent Required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. A final U.S. Top Secret/SCI Clearance Pre-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.