Principal Machinist

The Boeing Company

Last Updated: 9/19/2025 12:29:42 AM

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Current Days Open
9
Reqs Seen
1
Current Min Salary
$24.00 (Hourly)
Current Max Salary
$45.09 (Hourly)
Historical Time to Fill
9
First Seen
9/11/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$24.00 (Hourly)
9/19/2025
Highest Max Salary Seen
$45.09 (Hourly)
9/19/2025

Full Job Description

Principal Machinist Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Principal Machinist to join our team in Huntington Beach, CA. Job Responsibilities: Plan, layout work, setup and operate two or more power machine tools such as engine lathes, milling machines jig borers , horizontal boring mills or duplicating machines as a regular assignment. The level of work performed on these machines is as described under the Machinist classifications of the specific power machine tools operated. Check blueprints or sketch, shop order, and material for completeness and correctness. Determine operations to be performed. Plan sequence of machining operations and machines and bench equipment to be used, number of cuts required to obtain desired finish and tolerances, and method of setup in order to make full use of machine capacity and to minimize the amount of machining or number of setups required. Layout reference lines and points as required from detail and assembly blueprints, sketches, or sample parts on any assignment in order to check for sufficient finish stock or for reference during machining operations, using precision measuring instruments . Compute and locate unknown dimensions of a difficult nature as when compound angles, radii and curvatures or complex contours are involved. Work on highly variable and non-repetitive tooling, experimental and developmental parts where design changes, schedule requirements, or difficult nature of the part or rework requires full utilization of two or more machines and ingenuity in devising unusual machining methods and in improvising and adapting standard tooling to hold and align irregular shaped castings, forgings, and other shapes requiring close and coordinated tolerances and multiple setups . Select, mount, and align various specialized machine attachments, standard or special tooling and cutting tools. Detuning, set and adjusts machine speeds, feeds and depth of cut. Check own machine setup and parts run for conformance to blueprint specifications. Grind own cutting tools, except milling cutters. Incidental and in addition to the work above described perform any bench or assembly work required, using all bench equipment such as drill presses, bench and hand grinders, and hand drills, band filers, power saws and machinist's hand tools . This classification does not apply to any employee who is assigned to a specific power machine tool This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location. Security Clearance & Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a U.S. Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. U.S. Person includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): Minimum of 1 year of experience working with Mastercam Minimum of 1 year of experience working multi-axis Numerical Control (NC) machines Typical Education / Experience: Bachelors Degree or equivalent work/ military experience. Relocation: This position is located in a location that does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense. Drug Free Workplace: Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies. At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Summary pay range: $24.00/hourly- $45.09/hourly Candidates must apply before Sept. 19th to be considered for this position Language Requirements: Not Applicable Education: Not Applicable Relocation: Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Export Control Requirement: Safety Sensitive: Security Clearance: This position does not require a Security Clearance. Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status. Contingent Upon Award Program This position is not contingent upon program award Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America) Stay safe from recruitment fraud! The only way to apply for a position at Boeing is via our Careers website. Learn how to protect yourself from recruitment fraud - Recruitment Fraud Warning Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. EEO is the law Boeing EEO Policy Request an Accommodation Applicant Privacy Boeing Participates in E Verify E-Verify (English) E-Verify (Spanish) Right to Work Statement Right to Work (English) Right to Work (Spanish) You can do work that enables all of humanity to take flight. Our teammates in more than 65 countries grow their careers across commercial airplanes, space, defense, sustainability and other areas. Here, you can contribute to what matters most in your career, in your community and around the world. Find answers to questions about applying, interviews, benefits, and more on FAQ page Boeing is committed to providing reasonable accommodations/adjustments to applicants with disabilities. 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