Machinist IV
- ITAR / US person
About the job
The Machinist IV produces precision parts using machine tools and equipment. This involves measuring workpieces, installing machine parts, and performing quality inspections.
- Estimate dimensions of workpieces, products, or equipment
- Maintain a safe and clean work environment
- Produce or repair precision parts using both manual and automated equipment and accurate measurements
- Program complex parts to be machined
- Set up, adjust, and operate all of the basic machine tools in order to perform precision machining operations
- Measure and outline the parts to be machined using various devices and tools in order to obtain accurate dimensions
- Design complexed manufacturing fixtures
- Mentor and train junior machinists
Experience
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience in area of responsibility.
About Frontgrade
At Frontgrade, we build mission-critical electronics that perform without compromise in the world’s most demanding environments, from deep space to national defense. With decades of proven heritage, we deliver high-reliability components, subsystems, and integrated solutions trusted when failure is not an option. But our strength is not just in what we build. It is in the people who make it possible. From engineers and product managers to sales teams, marketers, and skilled manufacturing professionals, every role plays a direct part in enabling missions that protect, explore, and connect our world. We move with purpose, collaborate across disciplines, and take pride in delivering solutions our customers rely on in the highest-stakes environments. If you want your work, whatever your specialty, to contribute to something bigger, you will find your place at Frontgrade.
Why Work for Us
We believe mission success starts with taking care of our people. That’s why we offer competitive health, wealth, and wellbeing benefits from day one. You’ll also find real opportunities to learn, grow, and advance, whether you’re building technical expertise, leading teams, or expanding into new areas. Here, your growth is part of the mission.
Additional Information
This position may require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by either ITAR or EAR U.S. export laws. As a condition of any job offer, in order to be employed in this position, you may need to obtain a U.S. Government export license(s), as required by law.
Other benefits include
- Immediate Medical (FSA and HSA), Dental, and Vision
- 401K Match with 100% immediate vesting
- 9X80 compressed work schedule for qualifying roles
- Career Opportunity and Growth
- Tuition Reimbursement/Student Loan Repayment
- Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays per year (a combination of both designated and floating holidays)
- 8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave
From Frontgrade Technologies's job posting, checked 14 Nov 2026. Requirements, and whether the role is still open, are settled on the employer's own page.
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Radiation-hardened microelectronics, RF and power parts that fly on spacecraft.
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