Boring Machine Operator C - Shelton, CT

Job ID: 717744BR · Date posted: Feb. 19, 2026 · Description: · Work from general instructions, operation sheets, standard practices, complicated drawings and specifications and other written or oral instructions to plan, layout, set up and perform straight and multiple step b ...

Job description

Job ID: 717744BR

Date posted: Feb. 19, 2026

Description:

• Work from general instructions, operation sheets, standard practices, complicated drawings and specifications and other written or oral instructions to plan, layout, set up and perform straight and multiple step blind hole or through boring, compound angle boring, milling, facing, spot facing tapping, grinding and other standard boring machine operations to very close tolerances and fine finish.
• Use and adapt any standard attachment and holding device.
• Use standard methods and practices to hold and align work consistent with required squareness, parallelism, angularity and rigidity of work piece involving ordinary use of jacks, step blocks, size blocks, shims, bolts, clamps and similar devices.
• Work from established reference lines and points to locate centers and lay out work accurately requiring the use of shop mathematics.
• Maintain several closely interrelated dimensions involving occasional difficult internal measuring in confined areas.
• Perform precision electro limit or end gage set-ups to locate work piece to tool by accurate table traverse.
• Sharpen cutting tools as required.
• Select feeds and speeds in accordance with type of material and finish requirements.
• Plan methods and sequence of operations to develop programs anticipating foreseeable difficulties in holding, supporting and positioning work, and machining parts to meet quality standards.
• Refer unusual conditions to Working Leader or Supervision.
• Perform repair and salvage operations and diagnose and remedy machining difficulties.
• Check work to assure quality standards are maintained.
• Perform other related work of a comparable or lower skill level, including deburring, polishing, and part marking.
• Perform operator checklist as required and comply with all EH&S procedures.
• As required segregate waste material and follow good housekeeping practices.

Basic Qualifications:

Requires well-rounded knowledge of boring machine operations, tools, ordinary layout practices and cutting qualities of various metals.

Work from complicated drawings, sketches or operation sheets.

Use shop mathematics and a variety of precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, vernier scales, dial indicator, height gage, calipers, etc.

May occasionally require knowledge of advanced shop mathematics.

Desired Skills:

Equivalent to 2 years high school plus 2 to 3 years trades training.

Requires knowledge of decimals and fractions involving the interpretation of ordinary or less complicated drawings and ability to use micrometers, snap gages, electrical plug gages, comparators, dial bore gages, etc.

Also requires some knowledge of grinding methods and procedures, types of grinding wheels and their relationship to types of metals and conditions

Clearance Level: None

Other Important Information You Should Know

Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.

Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

Schedule for this Position: Standard Monday to Friday 40 hour work week

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

Experience Level: Hourly/Non-Exempt

Business Unit: RMS

Relocation Available: No

Career Area: Manufacturing

Type: Full-Time

Shift: Second