Position Details
CNC Machinist (Day Shift) Apply
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Experience & Education
Technical Skills & Knowledge
Professional Competencies
Physical Requirements
- Set up, operate, and maintain CNC milling and turning centers to manufacture aerospace and defense components in accordance with complex engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards
- Interpret detailed job routings, blueprints, GD&T, tool lists, and work instructions with a strong focus on accuracy and repeatability
- Select, install, align, and adjust cutting tools, fixtures, and work-holding devices appropriate for aerospace materials (aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, Inconel, etc.)
- Monitor machine feeds, speeds, and offsets to ensure optimal performance and compliance with strict tolerance requirements
- Perform in-process and final inspections using precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, indicators, gauges, CMM-related tools as applicable)
- Deburr and finish parts to aerospace standards, ensuring all surfaces conform to engineering and customer specifications
- Accurately document production data, inspections, and process steps within the ERP system to ensure full traceability
- Set up and run low-complexity, unproven parts and proven parts with medium to high complexity
- Support prototype, experimental, and first-article manufacturing efforts
- Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to troubleshoot issues, improve manufacturability, and recommend process or tooling enhancements
- Actively participate in continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and quality initiatives
- Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready work environment in compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
- Perform other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Experience & Education
- 5-6 years of CNC machining experience, preferably in aerospace and/or defense manufacturing
- High school diploma or equivalent with advanced machining or technical training
Technical Skills & Knowledge
- Strong understanding of aerospace drawings, GD&T, and customer specifications
- Proven ability to hold tight tolerances and work with precision components
- Proficiency using precision measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, height gauges, indicators, etc.)
- Solid math skills, including fractions, decimals, and basic geometry
- Working knowledge of ERP systems and manufacturing documentation practices
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot machining processes
- Familiarity with first article inspections (FAI) and quality documentation is a plus
- Understanding of AS9100, ITAR, or other regulated manufacturing environments is preferred
Professional Competencies
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality and compliance
- Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
- Safety-focused mindset with strict adherence to policies and procedures
- Commitment to maintaining a clean, organized, and controlled work environment
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to stand for extended periods during shifts
- Frequent use of hands and arms to handle tools, materials, and equipment
- Specific vision abilities required, including close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
