Johns Hopkins, founded in 1876, is America's first research university and home to nine world-class academic divisions working together as
one university. As part of the Krieger School of Arts & Sciences Physical Sciences Machine Shop, we are seeking a Jr. Machinist who will work under the supervision of PSMS Instrument Design team to provide machining services to the University research and instructional community and affiliates: Responsible for the fabrication of precision components using a variety of equipment, including manual and CNC (Computer Numerical Control) lathes and milling machines, wire EDM and a variety of fabrication and inspection equipment; various machining tasks to design, prototype, and fabricate specialized equipment/instruments. Specific Duties & Responsibilities Under the supervision and guidance of PSMS Instrument Designers Team Fabricate precision components from a variety of materials. Design jigs, fixtures, and instruments to satisfy fabrication or design requirements. Operate manual lathes, milling machines, grinders, sanders, and utilize a variety of hand tools. Program setup and operate CNC machines, including machining centers, lathes, and wire EDM. Interface with faculty, staff and students to understand customer requirements. Track time, order materials and tooling, and maintain a neat and orderly workspace. Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or graduate equivalent. Three years of related experience. Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond HS Diploma/Graduation Equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Preferred Qualifications Machining course certificates. Working experience with manual lathes and mills to fabricate precision hardware. Some experience developing manufacturing processes for precision hardware fabrication. Technical Qualifications & Specialized Certifications Precision machining: - Basic experience with programming, setup, and operation of computer numerical control (CNC) machines. Multi-Axis Machining - Some familiarity with 4 and 5 axis CNC programming, setup, and operation. EDM - Familiarity with wire and/or sinker EDM (electrical discharge machining). CAD/CAM expertise - General proficiency using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software such as SolidWorks, Mastercam, Creo, or AutoCAD. Complex fabrication - Familiarity with different techniques for fabricating tight-tolerance components from raw stock from a variety of materials including: aluminum, brass, stainless steel, titanium, invar and plastics. Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) - A general understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Welding and other processes - Some experience with welding (TIG, MIG, arc), brazing, soldering, and the use of waterjet and laser cutters. Measurement and inspection - General proficiency with precision measurement tools, including calipers and micrometers. Classified Title: Instrument Designer Job Posting Title (Working Title): Jr. Machinist - KSAS (Physics & Astronomy) Role/Level/Range: ACRO37.5/03/CG Starting Salary Range: $26.65 - $46.65 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Location: Homewood Campus Department name: Physics and Astronomy Personnel area: School of Arts & Sciences The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the HR Business Services Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. The following additional provisions may apply depending on which campus you will work. Your recruiter will advise accordingly. During the Influenza ("the flu") season, as a condition of employment, The Johns Hopkins Institutions require all employees who provide ongoing services to patients or work in patient care or clinical care areas to have an annual influenza vaccination or possess an approved medical or religious exception. Failure to meet this requirement may result in termination of employment. The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. 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