Sign up to access all features of our service.
  • Job search
  • Favorites
  • Create a CV
    New
  • Salaries
  • Subscriptions

Senior Machinist AS9100 Aerospace Machine Shop

AMERICAN PRECISION TOOL & ENGINEERING, INC.

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Machinist  AS9100 Aerospace Machine Shop

Location: Pacoima, California
Company: American Precision Tool & Engineering, Inc.
Compensation: Competitive and based on experience. 

American Precision Tool is an AS9100-certified aerospace and defense machine shop seeking an experienced Senior Machinist to join our growing team.

We are looking for a hands-on machinist with strong setup, troubleshooting, and precision machining experience who can help transform engineering drawings into efficient, repeatable manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

  • Set up and operate CNC mills and lathes 
  • Review engineering drawings and specifications 
  • Work closely with CNC programmers to develop machining strategies and operation sequences 
  • Determine first, second, and final operation processes 
  • Recommend tooling, fixturing, and workholding solutions 
  • Troubleshoot machining and production issues 
  • Verify dimensional accuracy and maintain tight tolerances 
  • Support first article inspections and quality requirements 
  • Assist in improving manufacturing efficiency and reducing setup times 
  • Help maintain a clean, organized, and professional work environment 

Requirements

  • Minimum 10 years of machining experience preferred 
  • Strong CNC setup experience 
  • Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings 
  • Solid understanding of GD&T 
  • Experience holding close-tolerance aerospace components 
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills 
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision 
  • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Aerospace and defense manufacturing experience 
  • AS9100 experience 
  • Experience with Mastercam or other CNC programming software 
  • Experience machining aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, Inconel, and other aerospace materials 
  • Experience with multi-operation precision components 

About Us

American Precision Tool & Engineering has been serving the aerospace, defense, and advanced technology industries for over 17 years. We are committed to delivering precision-machined components that meet the highest standards of quality, performance, and reliability.

We are looking for an individual who takes pride in craftsmanship, values teamwork, and enjoys solving complex manufacturing challenges.

Compensation: Competitive and based on experience.

To Apply: Please send your résumé and work experience for consideration to View email address on ziprecruiter.com

Vacancy posted 7 days ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Senior Machinist AS9100 Aerospace Machine Shop in Los Angeles, CA vacancy
  • $30 - $50 per hour

     ...assemblies, and systems for the aerospace, defense, and industrial...  ...company specializes in precision machining, fabrication, welding, and...  ...customers. The position of Machinist-VTL is responsible for the operation...  ...to use common machine shop hand and measurement tools.... 
    Suggested
    Full time
    Remote work
    Night shift

    Votaw Precision Technologies

    Santa Fe Springs, CA
    4 days ago
  •  ...HBM/VM Machinist Votaw Precision Technologies is a trusted leader in...  ...assemblies, and systems for the aerospace, defense, and industrial...  ...company specializes in precision machining, fabrication, welding, and...  ...experience in a similar job shop environment is a significant... 
    Suggested
    Night shift

    Votaw Precision Technologies

    Santa Fe Springs, CA
    2 days ago
  • $99.28k - $105k

     ...Job Description Job Description M.S. Aerospace Inc. (MSA) is an aerospace manufacturer of high strength specialty...  ...aerospace companies by applying now! General Machinist / Tool maker Department : Machine Shop Department/ Area: Tool room Position Summary... 
    Suggested
    Full time
    Monday to Friday
    Shift work

    MS Aerospace

    Los Angeles, CA
    21 days ago
  • $19 - $24 per hour

     ...Description: Titlle: Machinist RPO DIRECT HIRE...  ...management systems and components for aerospace/defense and industrial applications...  ...one or more production machines working from blueprints, sketches...  ...general or related machine shop experience or demonstrated... 
    Suggested
    Monday to Friday
    Shift work
    Afternoon shift

    Pacer Group

    Glendale, CA
    4 days ago
  •  ...Conventional Machinist - 2nd Shift Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to...  ...operating a variety of conventional machine tools to produce precision parts and...  ...machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties,... 
    Suggested
    For contractors
    Local area
    Flexible hours
    Afternoon shift

    Crane Aerospace & Electronics

    Burbank, CA
    3 days ago
  •  ...Statement At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and...  ...our business objectives. Machinist Schedule: Monday - Friday...  ...one or more production machines working from blueprints, sketches...  ...years general or related machine shop experience or demonstrated... 
    Permanent employment
    Temporary work
    For contractors
    Monday to Friday
    Day shift

    Parker Hannifin Corporation

    Glendale, CA
    3 days ago
  • $22.5 per hour

     ...Machinist 1 Job Number: 362574 Category: Machinist/CNC Operator...  ...management systems and components for aerospace/defense and industrial...  ...one or more production machines working from blueprints, sketches...  ...years general or related machine shop experience or demonstrated... 
    Contract work
    Temporary work
    Local area
    Immediate start
    Worldwide
    Flexible hours
    Shift work
    Night shift

    Belcan

    Glendale, CA
    3 days ago
  •  ...Summary We are seeking a experienced Machinist to join our team. In this position,...  ...blueprints and drawings to accurately machine Aluminum/Steel/Titanium/Kovar etc.....  ...Qualifications Previous lead role in an aerospace machine shop. Ability to read and interpret... 

    Sabrin Corporation

    Pasadena, CA
    27 days ago
  •  ...Description HIRING IMMEDIATELY! We are seeking Machinist candidates with the potential to...  ...Operator. You will perform a variety of machine operations utilizing CNC lathe to cut,...  ...manufacturing precision-machined parts for the aerospace industry. We are AS9100 and ISO 9001... 
    Immediate start

    Wells Manufacturing

    Los Angeles, CA
    7 days ago
  •  ...components, assemblies, and systems for the aerospace, defense, and industrial sectors. With a...  .... The company specializes in precision machining, fabrication, welding, and complex...  ...efficiency in our AS9100-certified CNC machine shop. In this role, you will own the... 
    Senior
    Flexible hours
    Shift work

    Votaw Precision Technologies, LLC.

    Santa Fe Springs, CA
    3 days ago
  •  ...control strategies (e.g., droop control, virtual synchronous machines, or equivalent), including black-start demonstration on hardware...  ...such as utility scale energy storage, marine, traction, or aerospace electrification, with expertise applicable to stationary power... 
    Senior
    Permanent employment
    Full time

    Antares

    Los Angeles, CA
    1 day ago
  • $21 - $27 per hour

     ...No , Responsibilities Machining Technician II, Grind Howmet Fastening...  ...Carson, California location. Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh...  ...maintenance tasks. Perform shop floor housekeeping duties. Prepare daily... 
    Full time
    Day shift

    Howmet Corporation

    Compton, CA
    1 day ago
  • $22.5 per hour

     ...Description Machinist 1 Full-time Glendale, AZ, US Exclusive confidential search...  ...1 You will operate production machines and produce quality machined components that...  ...hands-on role you'll work with a team on the shop floor, follow blueprints and route sheets... 
    Hourly pay
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Shift work
    Night shift
    Early shift

    NextDeavor

    Glendale, CA
    1 day ago
  • $21 - $27 per hour

     ...No , Responsibilities Machining Technician II, Grind Howmet Fastening...  ...Carson, California location. Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh...  ...maintenance tasks. Perform shop floor housekeeping duties. Prepare daily... 
    Full time
    Day shift
    Afternoon shift

    Howmet Corporation

    Gardena, CA
    1 day ago
  • $25 - $33 per hour

     ...Machinist - CNC Mill We are seeking a skilled CNC Mill Operator to join our manufacturing...  ...responsible for operating CNC milling machines to produce precision parts and components...  ...and specifications. Experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing is a plus. Knowledge... 

    Tur-Bo Jet Products Inc

    Rosemead, CA
    4 days ago
  • $34.51 per hour

     ...Machinist Pay Rate: $34.51 per hour Location: Los Angeles, CA Work Schedule: Monday-Friday...  ...Responsibilities: Setup complex parts and operate machines without supervision. Interpret plans,...  ...) will be considered. Preferred Skills: Aerospace experience preferred. 8 plus years of... 
    Hourly pay
    Immediate start
    Monday to Friday

    Axelon

    Los Angeles, CA
    1 day ago
  •  ...VTL Machinist Eleven Recruiting is hiring an experienced VTL Machinist to set up and operate...  ...CNC machinery for one of our largest Aerospace Manufacturing clients sitting onsite in...  ...candidate will have a strong understanding of machining principles, geometric tolerancing, and... 
    Flexible hours
    Shift work
    Day shift
    Afternoon shift

    Eleven Recruiting

    South El Monte, CA
    3 days ago
  • $33.41 - $41.54 per hour

     ...About the Job Job Title: Machinist III Location : South El Monte, US, 91733 Company...  ...conventional, special-purpose, or CNC machines to fabricate metallic and nonmetallic...  ...QUALIFICATIONS: Previous experience in machine shop processes of CNC or conventional... 

    RBC Bearings

    South El Monte, CA
    11 hours ago
  • $23 - $27 per hour

     ...Job Description Job Description machinist-set-up lathe Overview The CNC Lathe Set...  ...holding devices Loads program, checks machine on dry run operation Make sure machine...  ...years progressive experience in machine shop environment Experience in metal machining... 
    Hourly pay
    Permanent employment

    Hydra Electric

    Burbank, CA
    13 days ago
  •  ...Manual Machinist The Manual Machinist is responsible for setting...  ...up and operating conventional machine tools such as lathes, milling...  ...Experience in manufacturing or aerospace environments Familiarity...  ...machines Manufacturing/shop setting with exposure to... 
    Remote work

    AHU Technologies, Inc.

    Los Angeles, CA
    2 days ago
  • $16.5 - $45 per hour

     ...Description Job Description Manual Machinist Location: Burbank, CA...  ...operate and maintain manual machines, including lathes, milling...  ...create precision parts for aerospace applications. Responsibilities...  ...Read blueprints and use shop math to ensure accuracy Set... 
    Hourly pay
    Monday to Friday

    S&H Machine, Inc.

    Burbank, CA
    5 days ago
  •  ...Description Job Description About the Role: RPM Machining Incorporated is looking for skilled Programmers and Master Machinists to join our team in Compton, CA! If you're a...  ...Incorporated is a trusted precision machining shop based in Compton, CA, dedicated to delivering... 

    Rpm Machining Incorporated

    Compton, CA
    12 days ago
  •  ...parts, and fits and assembles machined parts into complete units, applying knowledge of machine shop theory and procedures, shop...  ...SKILLS ~12+ years of prior aerospace or space industry programming...  ...experience serving as a lead machinist or team leader in day-to-day... 
    Senior
    Contract work
    For contractors
    Local area

    Columbus Technologies and Services Inc

    Pasadena, CA
    11 days ago
  • Senior Spacecraft C&DH EngineerEvery satellite that reaches orbit and stays operational does so because someone made the right call on...  ....What you’ll needBachelor’s degree in Electrical, Computer, Aerospace or a related discipline with 9 or more years of relevant experience... 
    Senior

    Darwin Recruitment

    Los Angeles, CA
    5 days ago
  • $120k - $220k

     ...Icarus was founded on the belief that the Stratosphere is the Forgotten Frontier and that reclaiming it will define the next era of aerospace and what is possible from the sky. We build solar-powered aircraft that fly at 60,000 ft for weeks at a time, delivering... 
    Senior
    Work experience placement
    Day shift

    Icarus

    Los Angeles, CA
    17 days ago
  • $130k - $165k

     ...assemblies, and systems for the aerospace, defense, and industrial...  ...and ground vehicles. The Senior Quality Engineer is a highly...  ...improve throughput. Support shop floor problem solving by working...  ...supporting precision machining, fabrication, welding, and complex... 
    Senior
    Permanent employment
    Full time
    Work at office

    Votaw Precision Technologies

    Santa Fe Springs, CA
    1 day ago
  •  ...A fast-growing aerospace company in Los Angeles seeks an experienced Spacecraft Quality Technician. You will oversee manufacturing operations, conducting inspections, and ensuring quality standards are met. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in quality... 
    Senior

    Apex Technology

    Los Angeles, CA
    11 hours ago
  •  ...your expertise in digital, analog, mixed-signal, high-speed, RF and high-power PCB design to develop avionics board products for aerospace applications. Responsibilities include designing high-reliability PCBs, maintaining component libraries, and collaborating with mechanical... 
    Senior

    Blue Origin

    Los Angeles, CA
    3 days ago
  •  ...A leading aerospace company is seeking a Buyer Sr to oversee procurement processes and ensure compliance with supply chain standards. The ideal candidate will be experienced in negotiating contracts and managing procurement strategies to meet operational needs effectively... 
    Senior

    Blue Origin

    Los Angeles, CA
    11 hours ago
  • Senior Spacecraft Integration & Test EngineerOur client needs a senior ATLO engineer to take on a player coach role across assembly,...  ...integration, test engineering, or spacecraft integration within aerospace, automotive or commercial production environmentsComfortable working... 
    Senior
    Rotating shift

    Darwin Recruitment

    Los Angeles, CA
    5 days ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Senior Machinist AS9100 Aerospace Machine Shop. Be the first to apply!