CNC Machinist - Aerospace & Defense Industry!

CNC Machinist

The CNC Machinist will be responsible for ensuring production of both precision machined components along with brazed chassis assemblies for the Aerospace and Defense industries in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role will be expected to work collaboratively with other CNC machinists, CNC programmers, quality inspectors, production control personnel and management in the completion of their daily activities. This role will support the setup and operation for both existing and new product introduction (NPI) components and processes in the production of machined components and assemblies while ensuring customer quality requirements are being met and maintained.

Essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Setup, prove out new programs, and operate manufacturing processes on various types of CNC equipment including vertical, horizontal and 5 axis milling machines in the manufacture of precision machined components and brazed chassis assemblies.
• Work collaboratively with CNC programming in the launching and development (proving out) of CNC processes on the manufacturing floor for piece part components and brazed assemblies.
• Troubleshoot and problem-solve technical (cutting tool, offset related, program, workholding) quality and process related issues on across various types of CNC equipment and processes.
• Manufacture, assemble, and accurately load parts into various types of machine workholding (vises, vacuum chucks, mechanical fixturing) for CNC process completion.
• Perform in-process inspection using mechanical and optical measurement tools (micrometer, calipers, thread gaging, surface plates, height gaging, and comparator) as required to ensure quality and customer compliance.
• Interpret and verify coordinate measurement machine (CMM) data to make process modifications for part and quality compliance.
• Maintain production of multiple CNC machining centers in daily activities as required.
• Establish and adjust cutting tool and coordinate work offsets as required to maintain process quality during production.
• Setup cutting tools and toolholder assemblies and perform machine tool changes as required for initial machine setup and continued production.
• Perform manual machining operations using handtools, manual mills, engine lathes, surface grinders and other equipment as required.
• Perform edits to CNC programs as required for tool and offset numbers, speeds and feeds, etc…
• Perform post-machining secondary operations (deburring, cleaning) as required.
• Ensure all 5s standards are being met and sustained for safety, organization, cleanliness and maintenance for assigned workstations.
• Accurate data entry and completion of all administrative tasks related to production (clocking in and out of operations on the job traveler, recording the # of parts completed per shift, updating lean daily management boards, etc…)
• Train and support other employees in the completion of tasks and activities
• Perform minor maintenance activities related to CNC operation (fill coolant, monitor chip bins, maintain vacuum systems, etc…)
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Experience required:

• Minimum 5 years CNC setup experience.
• Minimum 3 years experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Mandatory 4th axis machining experience.
• Prototyping and first piece development with programs experience a plus.
• Capable of running and setting up all CNC machines in the department.
• Understands and can modify basic CNC programs.
• Ability to make basic fixtures and jigs.
• Ability to use micrometers, calipers, height gauges and dial indicators.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints a must.

What we offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Additional 40 hours of Sick Time
• Paid Parental Leave
• Competitive 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions
• Education reimbursement program for professional development
• Relocation assistance for eligible roles
• Climate-controlled facility
• Subsidized vending and on-site break areas
• Complimentary coffee and refreshments
• Clean, modern work environment with advanced equipment and technology
• Opportunities for career growth within a stable, growing aerospace manufacturing organization

About Heico:

Heico has a history of success. Since its founding over 40 years ago The Heico Companies has grown from a single business to over 80 separate companies through a strategic acquisition policy, and by reinvesting its earnings into internal growth and new prospects. Historically talented at restoring distressed companies, Heico now strategically targets acquisitions that will complement its ever-growing portfolio of companies in manufacturing, construction, and industrial services.

These four core operations are organized into groups: Metal Processing Group, Construction Solutions Group, Applied Solutions Group, and Industrial Technologies Group. Once acquired, new Heico companies are assigned to a group and run on a stand-alone basis, allowing for great independence as well as the opportunity to share knowledge about markets, production processes, and management practices across other Heico groups and companies. Each Group has its own corporate team.

Heico continues to seek out new opportunities and maintain its standard of success. The Heico Companies has remained a privately held company since its creation and maintains a majority ownership in each of its operations, which generates more than $3.3 billion dollars in revenues. Many of our businesses are certified Woman-owned Business Enterprises (WBE).

More information about the holding company and overall organization can be found at

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