43 machining jobs found in San Diego, CA

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies. We have an exciting opportunity for a CNC Machinist to join our Inertial Fusion Technology (IFT) division within the Energy group. This position is located in San Diego (Torrey Pines), CA.  The components to be machined are normally high-precision, small quantities, and typically millimeter in scale with micro-size features and tolerances. Production schedules are reasonable but due dates are often inflexible. Salary potential commensurate with willingness/ability to grow professionally. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Set-up and operate micro CNC shop equipment such as lathes, mills, and saws. Being able to follow all safety procedures in working and machining in a laboratory that works with...

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies. We have an exciting opportunity for a Machinist to join our Inertial Fusion Technology (IFT) division within the Energy group. The components to be machined are normally high-precision and in small quantities. Production schedules are reasonable but due dates are often inflexible. Salary potential commensurate with willingness/ability to grow professionally. Job will require wearing a respirator and clean suit approximately 70% of the time. Job will work with Beryllium.  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Operates precision CNC lathes or mills along with standard machining equipment such as manual drill presses, lathes, mills, saws and shears.. Being able to follow all safety procedures in working...

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies. General Atomics Inertial Fusion Technology (IFT) division designs, manufactures and characterized first-of-a-kind precision components in support of the national labs, fusion and science technologies. Components are manufactured and measured on a variety of highly-specialized and precise equipment and are often millimeter in scale with micron-sized features and tolerances. Under general supervision with detailed instructions on new activities and intermittent review of work, this position is responsible for operating and performing fabrication of machine parts by using light-duty bench or floor-type machine tools such as small lathes, power mills, extruding machines, drill or punch presses, power...

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. Under general supervision with detailed instructions on new activities and intermittent review of work, this position is responsible for operating and performing fabrication of machine parts by using light-duty bench or floor-type machine tools such as small lathes power mills, extruding machines, drill or punch presses, power brakes or shears. This is a 2nd shift position working form 3pm to 12:30 am.  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  Operates drill presses, lathes, mills, saws and shears. Cleans machines and work area. Deburrs parts. Performs kitting of production tools, fixtures, cutters and pre-cut raw material. After complete instruction; operates machines, and inspects parts utilizing blue print dimensions and prescribed...

Machinist Apply   locations San Diego, California   time type Full time   posted on Posted 12 Days Ago   job requisition id R0000319946 Career Area: Operations   Job Description:   Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.   When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.   About the Role: The CNC Machinist will set up and...

Master Machinist Apply   locations San Diego, California   time type Full time   posted on Posted 2 Days Ago   job requisition id R0000304093 Career Area: Operations   Job Description:   Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.   When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.   About the Role: Plan sequence...

Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. is seeking a full-time CNC Machinist & Programmer I in San Diego, CA. Summary: The position will provide maintenance, repair and technical support to the customer. Operate and maintain a variety of inside CNC machines. Use technical documents (JFMM, Instructions, NSTM's, Military standards, Test memos, Test Standards, Drawings and Technical Manuals) that contain information required to accomplish work. Duties and Responsibilities: Machines, fabricates, and refurbishes newly designed and replacement shipboard components utilizing templates and technical documentation to include ships' drawings. Completes machine repairing, manufacturing new, removal, repairs, modifying, and testing of various shipboard components. Determines speeds and feeds, coolants, and lubricants or abrasives to be used to cut, turn, drill, mill, bore, tap, thread, ream, lap, hone, shape, and grind or finish item. Supports personnel that are able to machine...

Outside Machinist (Repair)   Date: Sep 1, 2026 Location: San Diego, CA, US, 92113 Company: National Steel and Shipbuilding Com Job Posting End Date:   Until Filled  Shift:                                ALL Security Clearance:        No Clearance required       Job Summary   Installs, maintains, and repairs ship's main propulsion and auxiliary systems including, but not limited to Steam, Gas Turbine, Diesel propulsion, propulsion shafting, propellers, rudders and steering engines.    Installs, repairs and maintains ship's fluid systems including, but not limited to; pumps, compressors, purifiers, heat exchangers, hydraulic motors actuators and valves. Tests installed equipment to ensure systems meet specifications.    Installs and tests various shop...

Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. is currently seeking a full-time Outside Machinist III in National City, CA. Summary: Under limited supervision, installs new machines or heavy equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, or other drawings, and dismantles and installs machines or heavy equipment when changes in the plant layout are required. Non-supervisory. May provide guidance and training to lower level employees as requested. Duties & Responsibilities: Replaces defective parts of machine or adjust clearances and alignment of moving parts. Aligns machines and equipment, using hoists, jacks, hand tools, squares, rules, micrometers, and various electrical/electronic equipment. Connects power unit to machines or steam piping to equipment, and test unit to evaluate its mechanical operation. Repairs and lubricates machines and equipment. Assembles and installs equipment, using hand tools and power tools. Positions steel beams to support bedplates of...

Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. is currently seeking a full-time Outside Machinist II in National City, CA Summary:   Repairs, modifies or overhauls various types of equipment or systems. Sets up and operates portable machining tools or equipment with constant supervision. Responsibilities: Strictly adheres to corporate, federal, state and local safety regulations prior to setting up or operating any machinery. Insures that all Epsilon Systems Ship Repair Sector Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) are worn and that all damaged PPE is discarded. Strictly adheres to safety, quality standards.  Maintains good housekeeping practices; turning off machines when not in use, disposing of waste properly, sweeping the area, etc. Insures all tools listed on the “Required Tools List” are available for use within two weeks of your employment. Insures that all requirements of the Epsilon Systems Ship Repair Sector Quality Assurance Manual are followed when...

Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. is currently seeking a full-time Inside Machinist I in National City, CA Position Summary The Inside Machinist will support ship repair and overhaul operations. In this role, you will assist with machining and repairing components used in marine systems, including propulsion equipment, pumps, valves, and structural hardware. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to develop their manual machining skills within a dynamic ship repair environment. Responsibilities Operate manual lathes, milling machines, drill presses, saws, and related machine shop equipment to machine and repair parts for ship repair projects. Assist with machine setup, including loading and securing materials, selecting and installing cutting tools, establishing work holding, and preparing fixtures. Machine components supporting repair of propulsion shafts, pump housings, valve bodies, brackets, flanges, and other shipboard hardware. Read and...

Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. is currently seeking a full-time Outside Machinist I in National City, CA. Summary: Under immediate supervision, installs new machines or heavy equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, or other drawings, and dismantles and installs machines or heavy equipment when changes in the plant layout are required. Non-supervisory. Duties & Responsibilities: Plans and lays out work; interpreting blueprints or other specifications. Makes standard shop computations relating to stresses, strength of materials, and centers of gravity. Inserts shims, adjust tension on nuts and bolts, or position parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments, to set specified clearances between moving and stationary parts. Aligns machines and equipment, using hoists, jacks, hand tools, squares, rules, micrometers, and plumb bobs. Assembles and installs equipment, using hand tools and power tools. Lays out mounting holes, using measuring...

Date Posted: 2026-09-18 Country: United States of America Location: US-CA-CHULA VISTA-B107 ~ 850 Lagoon Dr ~ BLDG 107, Mail Zone 1-C Position Role Type: Onsite What You Will Do Plans the sequence of progressive operations by working from blueprints, sketches and routing. Determines sequence of operations to minimize amount of machining on CNC VMC Sets up VMC to perform any operation within its capability by positioning, aligning and securing work, improvising and adapting existing tooling and other machining aids Determines operations to be performed, dimensions and tolerances, cutting tools to be used to minimize required machining operations May perform cutter preset tasks as required Determines, sets and adjust feeds, speeds, depths, stops, and performs minor oiling as necessary May use pneumatic tools to perform basic surface grinding Grinds tools, drill bits and special purpose tools Sets up and operates...

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. Under general supervision with detailed instructions on new activities and intermittent review or work, this position is responsible for operating and fabricating of machine parts by using light-duty bench or floor type machine tools such as small lathes power mills, extruding machines, drill or punch presses, power brakes or shears. This position works second shift (3pm-12:30am) and offers a 10% increase shift differential.  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Operates drill presses, lathes, mills, saws and shears. Operates computer numerically controlled (CNC) machines, lathes and mills. Cleans machines and work area. Deburrs parts. Performs kitting of production tools, fixtures, cutters and pre-cut raw material. After complete...

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. Summary Under general supervision with general instruction, this position is responsible for performing moderately complex functions related to machine tools. Plans, lays out work, sets up and operates all types of lathes, mills or grinders to machine or grind developmental, production or maintenance parts to exacting tolerances and dimensions. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Reviews engineering drawings from sketches, graphic illustrations or verbal/written correspondence to plan sequence of operations. Computes angular and linear dimensions. Determines cutting or grinding tools to be used, method of holding, and machine speeds and feeds. Improvises and adapts standard tooling. Performs typical operations such as turning, facing, boring,...

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies. We have an exciting opportunity to work as a Senior Buyer supporting our Fabrication and Machining Purchasing Team located in our Rancho Bernardo, CA office. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES    Interprets and develops purchasing policies and procedures. Ensures compliance with company policies and procedures and applicable government regulations. Maintains an awareness of regulatory changes. Provides leadership in the review and analysis of statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives. Leads cost and pricing reviews with program management and customers. Identifies, develops and selects qualified suppliers. Evaluates supplier reliability....

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems for defense, space, and energy applications. Our portfolio includes Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment (ALRE) such as the Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS) and Advanced Arresting Gear (AAG), satellite buses and electro-optical payloads, high energy laser (HEL) weapon systems, and advanced nuclear reactor technologies. We have an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer II to join our multidisciplinary engineering team. Under limited supervision, this position is responsible for the design, analysis, integration, and test of mechanical and electromechanical systems across one or more of the following product areas:  ALRE – electromagnetic launch and recovery hardware, energy storage subsystems, power conversion enclosures, and shipboard mechanical integration Space Systems – satellite bus structures, mechanisms,...

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies. We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Technician, experienced in facility equipment operations and maintenance, to join our DIII-D (National Fusion Facility) program in San Diego, CA. This position is responsible for supporting operations and maintenance of the facility, which operates the largest fusion device in the U.S. This position may at some point in future be asked to work swing shift on a steady basis (Approximately 10am-7pm).  This position may on occasion be asked to work outside normal working hours. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Coordinate with multiple stakeholders (engineers, technicians, and physicists) to operate and maintain equipment such as pumps,...

Company Overview  General Atomics (GA) and its affiliated companies are among the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development, ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless, and laser technologies.  General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures pioneering electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. Our growing portfolio of specialized products and integrated solutions supports critical defense, space systems, missile defense, power and energy, and industrial applications worldwide. Position Summary  We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Mechanical Laboratory Technician to support the machining, fabrication, testing, and maintenance of advanced laboratory and experimental equipment for high-tech research and development projects. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with complex systems, a...

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS’ expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide. We have an opening for a Mechanical Engineer for Nuclear Design opening with our team in Rancho Bernardo. With consultative direction, this position exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives for the review, research, design, development, and/or solution(s) for a designated engineering system(s) or project(s)/program(s). Functioning in an advisory or leadership role participates in the planning and oversight of the successful resolution and implementation of engineering problem(s) and provides direction and guidance to professional and support...