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Machinist

CACI
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Sterling, VA, USA
Sep 20, 2026
Job Title: MachinistJob Category: Engineering and Technical SupportTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: NoneEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%Type of Travel: Local* * *
The Opportunity:

  • Join a dynamic, collaborative team where you will have the opportunity to work alongside engineers from a variety of disciplines.

  • Use your fabrication skills to create prototypes and work with test engineers and production personnel to prepare new technical solutions that can be deployed to fielded systems and support the warfighter.

  • Excellent opportunities for professional growth and career advancement as you take on new challenges and opportunities to expand your skill set.

Responsibilities:

  • Machine components using CNC and manual mills and lathes.

  • Program, setup, and operate 3- or 4 -axis CNC machines.

  • Hand-finish parts as required, using contouring and polishing.

  • Collaborate with design engineers, make recommendations and share best practices with machining approaches and materials as a subject matter expert (SME) on machining

  • Read and interpret engineering drawings (CAD/CAM) and tolerancing schemes, including GD&T.

  • Order materials for projects as needed.

  • Maintain machine shop equipment for function and cleanliness.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • High School Diploma or GED and10 years of experience with setting up, programming, editing and operating CNC milling and lathe machines (5 years of experience with a bachelor's degree)

  • Experience with machining metals (aluminum, stainless steel) and other materials

  • Experience with design process and mechanical assembly. Must be able to read and interpret drawings and blueprints

  • U.S. Citizen and must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance

  • Effective verbal and written communication in English

  • Basic MS Windows skills

  • Ability to perform basic mathematical computations

  • Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations

  • PHYSICAL DEMANDS - Ability to lift 50 lbs. when required; While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

Desired:

  • Experience with machine maintenance.

  • Experience with waterjet and laser cutting.

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What You Can Expect:

 A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$61,600-$129,300

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

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