CNC Machinist (2nd & 3rd Shift)

Mission-Driven. Honor-Bound. Fairbanks Morse Defense. What’s your calling? For the men and women of Fairbanks Morse Defense it’s the rapid and effective support of the fleets that entrust us to design, develop, and deliver the best naval power technology on the planet. We’re one of the nation’s leading marine defense contractors because of the highly trained and dedicated teams that provide reliable power systems, parts, and aftermarket services to the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and Canadian Coast Guard. When you join Fairbanks Morse Defense, you join a legacy of commitment that spans 150 years. Fairbanks Morse Defense offers competitive benefits with a wide range of training and development opportunities. Our world-class teams are dedicated to helping every individual achieve their full potential. Discover what it’s like to be a part of the Fairbanks Morse Defense team here: https://www.fairbanksmorsedefense.com/careers

CNC MACHINIST

2nd or 3rd Shift  |  Pascagoula, Mississippi

$5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS  |  100% TUITION REIMBURSEMENT  |  5% ANNUAL COMPANY PERFORMANCE BONUS

 

Machine precision components. Build your skills. Support U.S. Navy readiness.

WHY MACHINISTS CHOOSE THIS ROLE

• Earn a $5,000 sign-on bonus.
• Receive 100% tuition reimbursement to keep advancing your skills and career.
• Be eligible for an annual company performance-based bonus targeted at 5%.
• Work with advanced 5-axis and 6-axis milling and turning centers.
• Create large-scale, mission-critical components used in Naval Defense.
• Join a team that values safety, quality, craftsmanship, and technical growth.

 

 

ABOUT US

Bird Johnson, a Fairbanks Morse Defense company, is a trusted provider of critical power and propulsion solutions for Naval Defense. At our Pascagoula facility, machinists produce precision, large-scale defense components where safety, quality, and craftsmanship matter every day.

 

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking an entry- to mid-level CNC Machinist for 2nd or 3rd shift. You will set up, operate, and maintain advanced CNC equipment, including 5-axis and 6-axis milling and turning centers, to produce complex hubs, impellers, fixed-pitch propellers (FPP), and controllable-pitch propellers (CPP). Your precision and technical skill will directly support U.S. Navy readiness by delivering mission-critical parts to exacting defense-grade standards.

 

 

SHIFT SCHEDULE

Short-term training schedule: 1st Shift, 6:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

• 2nd Shift: 2:00 p.m.-10:30 p.m.
• 3rd Shift: 10:00 p.m.-6:30 a.m.
• Candidates must be able to work their assigned shift and occasional overtime based on production needs.
• Shift differential may apply.

 

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Set up and operate CNC mills, lathes, and complex multi-axis machining centers efficiently and safely.
• Produce component parts from engineering drawings, internal sketches, and U.S. Navy specifications.
• Interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, work instructions, and GD&T requirements.
• Select tooling, adjust offsets, and verify machine parameters for complex geometries.
• Inspect work using micrometers, calipers, gauges, CMMs, and other precision instruments.
• Complete follow-up operations such as deburring, polishing, and grinding.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with company and Department of Defense standards.
• Document production, quality, and maintenance activity accurately.
• Partner with supervisors, engineers, and fellow machinists to troubleshoot issues and deliver quality parts to specification.
• Perform other duties within the required scope of work as assigned.

 

WHAT YOU BRING

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Associate degree or CNC Machining Technology certification from a two-year program.
• Three or more years of machining experience.
• Knowledge of machining fundamentals, G-code, M-code, and shop mathematics, including basic arithmetic, geometry, and algebra.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and GD&T.
• Proficiency with precision inspection tools.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) properly.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and to bend, stoop, lift, reach above the shoulders, push, pull, and climb stairs.
• U.S. citizenship, as required for defense contract work.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance.
• Ability and willingness to work 2nd or 3rd shift, including overtime, weekends, and schedule adjustments as production demands require.

 

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Defense manufacturing experience.
• Active Confidential-level or higher security clearance.
• Experience with Fanuc or Siemens CNC controls.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing, 5S, or TPM principles.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

 

READY TO BUILD WHAT MATTERS?

Bring your machining expertise to Bird Johnson and help power the mission.

 

 

Fairbanks Morse Defense offers a competitive benefits package including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, and 401k retirement plan with employer match.  In addition, we offer paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement. 

 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled