CNC Machinist Apprentice - 2nd Shift
Location: Huntsville, AL
Time Type: Full time
Job Description
Leidos Mechanical Manufacturing is seeking a CNC Machinist Apprentice to join a diverse team to create unique solutions for complex problems.
Apprentices will learn the following skill sets during the program:
Part Layout prior to machining
Setup and operate manual milling machines.
Setup and operate manual lathe machines.
Setup and program, operate CNC Mill and Lathes
Conduct general housekeeping and maintenance.
Primary Responsibilities:
Leidos Mechanical Manufacturing Apprenticeship is a competency-based program. During the apprenticeship, the apprentice shall receive work experience and job-related education in all phases of the occupation, including safe work practices, necessary to develop the skill and proficiency of a skilled professional.
The term of the apprenticeship is 36 competencies, supplemented by the 1,530 total hours of related instruction, resulting in 2 MTT certificates.
Apprentices will attend college work instruction during Non-Work/Non-Paid Hours. Tuition and books are covered by Dynetics last-dollar scholarship.
Apprentices shall be paid a progressively increasing schedule of wages as apprentices attain proficiency in competencies.
Completion of program is 2 years or less based on competency completions.
Basic Qualifications:
Applicant must have a high school diploma, General Education Development (GED) equivalency.
In addition to the apprenticeship application, applicants must complete an application to the Community College training provider and be granted admission into the training program.
Ability to understand and carry out general instructions.
Applicant must be able to work 2nd shift - hours may vary based on school schedule.
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
Candidate must be a US Citizen and possess or meet the eligibility to obtain (and be able to maintain) a Secret Clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
Completion of high school technical trade school is a plus.
Equal Employment Opportunity Pledge
Leidos will not discriminate against apprenticeship applicants or apprentices based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, or because they are an individual with a disability or a person 40 years old or older.
Leidos will take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity in apprenticeship and will operate the apprenticeship program as required under Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations, part 30.
Your Right to Equal Opportunity
It is against the law for a sponsor of an apprenticeship program registered for Federal purposes to discriminate an apprenticeship applicant or apprentice based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age (40 years or older), genetic information, or disability. The sponsor must ensure equal opportunity with regard to all terms, conditions, and privileges associated with apprenticeship. If you think that you have been subjected to discrimination, you may file a complaint within 300 days from the date of the alleged discrimination or failure to follow the equal opportunity standards with Josh Laney with the Alabama Office of Apprenticeship located at One Technology Court, Montgomery, Alabama 36116. Phone number is 334-280-4414 and email address is [email protected]. You may also be able to file complaints directly with the EECO, or State fair employment practices agency. If those offices have jurisdiction over the sponsor/employer, their contact information is listed below. The EEOC can be reached at 1-800-669-4000.
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Original Posting:
May 14, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $35,100.00 - $63,450.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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