Co-Op Machinist Trainee at Aerotech

Looking for meaningful work where you can make a difference in global innovation? Engineer a better future with Aerotech, a global leader in precision motion and automation. Our customers create some of the most innovative products on the planet, from life-saving medical devices to tools for deep space exploration. Our precision motion and automation systems make it all possible.


If you're mechanically inclined or technically savvy with a passion for cutting-edge technology, we want to hear from you.

Position Summary

The Co-op Machinist Trainee will set up and operate manual and CNC milling machines to fabricate metallic and nonmetallic parts in a production environment.

What will your day look like? At Aerotech, you will

• Study blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpiece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.
• Set-up and operate manual milling machines to fabricate metallic and non-metallic parts.
• Program, set-up and operate NC controlled milling machines.
• Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machine tools.
• Calculate and set controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, and depth and angle of cut, or enter commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an approved vocational-technical school in the Greater Pittsburgh area.
• Must be in good academic standing at the school.
• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Must have a valid work permit if under the age of 18.
• Must have a reliable means of transportation.

Must be authorized to work in the US currently and in the future without employer sponsorship.

As an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, Veteran or disability status.


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We utilize ADMT for initial screening purposes through automated "knockout questions" to determine if a candidate meets the minimum mandatory requirements for a role.

You have the right to opt-out of ADMT by applying using the following link: General Application without ADMT