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Machinist A - 3rd Shift

L3Harris TechnologiesHuntsville, ALPosted Oct 21, 2026 · open 5 days

Last confirmed open Oct 26, 2026

Full-time

Before you apply

U.S. citizenship required
Only U.S. citizens can be hired for this role.
Security clearance
The employer will sponsor the clearance.
No degree required
A high school diploma or GED is enough.
Third shift
Overnight shift.

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Machinist A

Job Code: 46341

Job Location: Huntsville, AL (AMF North Location)

Job Schedule: 3rd Shift 4/10: Employees work 10 hour days, 4 days a week

Job Description:

The position sets up and operates a variety of machine tools, including lathes, milling machines, precision grinders, and other equipment, to produce parts, mechanisms, tools, or machines to exacting tolerances and dimensions.

Essential Functions:

Interpret blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications to determine the sequence of operations, required number of cuts, and appropriate setup and arrangement.

Use a variety of machinist hand tools and precision measuring instruments; perform shop computations; and assemble precision parts.

Fabricate piece parts per work instructions, drawings, and specifications using required machine tools.

Inspect piece parts in accordance with work instructions and drawing requirements.

Set up and operate machine tools.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Use, adjust, clean, and properly store tools, machinery, and equipment.

Maintain records and reports related to equipment usage.

Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Qualifications:

Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent with 0 to 3 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

Trade school certification or state-licensed Journeyman Machinist certification preferred.

Manual machining experience preferred.

Working knowledge of setting up and operating milling machines and lathes.

Working knowledge of engineering drawings, blueprints, production plans, and work instructions.

Working knowledge of performing in-process inspection of finished parts using appropriate inspection and gauging equipment.

Knowledge of industry-applicable laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations.

Knowledge of machine tools and equipment, machine shop procedures and practices, and machining principles and properties.

Proficiency in basic mathematical principles used to solve machining-related problems.

Ability to work effectively in a team environment and interact with employees at all levels.

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L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.

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Job Details
Location
Huntsville, AL
Type
Full-time
Experience
0+ years
Posted
Oct 21, 2026
Required Skills
LathesMilling machinesPrecision grindersMachine toolsBlueprintsEngineering specificationsMachinist hand toolsPrecision measuring instrumentsShop computationsAssembly of precision partsWork instructionsDrawingsSpecificationsInspection
Preferred Skills
Trade school certificationJourneyman Machinist certificationManual machiningEngineering drawingsProduction plansIn-process inspectionInspection and gauging equipmentIndustry laws and regulationsMachine shop proceduresMachining principlesBasic mathematics

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