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Northrop Grumman

Milling Machine Machinist 1

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In-Office
Rolling Meadows, IL, USA
49K-82K Annually
Entry level
In-Office
Rolling Meadows, IL, USA
49K-82K Annually
Entry level
Set up and operate horizontal and vertical milling machines to produce precision components. Plan machining sequences, select tooling, compute cutting parameters, perform advanced milling operations, interpret blueprints, use precision measuring instruments, and monitor quality control processes.
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

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Job Description

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join our team as an Milling Machine Machinist 1, based out of Rolling Meadows, IL.

The specialist milling machinist is responsible for preparing and operating plain or universal, horizontal, and vertical milling machines to produce precision components. Core duties include:

  • Setting up machines and selecting, mounting, and aligning specialized attachments or custom tooling.

  • Planning the machining sequence, determining the number of passes, and choosing the optimal set‑up method.

  • Computing and adjusting cutting speeds, feed rates, and depth of cut to meet exact tolerances.

  • Executing advanced milling operations such as compound‑angle cuts, contouring, boring angular holes, helical and spiral milling, serrating, and cutting gears, splines, honing, and keyways.

  • Interpreting blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications; using hand tools and precision measuring instruments; performing standard shop calculations; and marking out stock material for machining.

  • Monitoring and verifying product quality using statistical process control or other quality‑control procedures.

Basic Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent

  • Ability to read blueprints/sketches or other engineering specifications

  • Ability to use precision hand tools and measuring instruments

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret clearance

  • US Citizen

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of CNC programming software such as SurfCam or MasterCam

  • Willingness to learn CNC programming

  • Sheet Metal forming and/or welding experience

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Primary Level Salary Range: $49,100.00 - $81,800.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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