CNC Machinist II

Job Title

The role involves creating molds and production parts for the composites department. You will operate machines to set up and mass-produce a volume of parts, facilitating the completion of composite molds.

Responsibilities

• Set up CNC Lathes and Mills, as well as manual Lathe and Mills machines.
• Make small edits to CNC programs directly at the machine without using CIMCO or any CAD/CAM application.
• Proof CNC programs at the machine for errors.
• Adjust tools using cutter comps.
• Apply knowledge of feeds and speeds for endmills and drills across various materials, including tool steels, aluminum, and composites.
• Measure parts using precision measurement hand tools.
• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications.
• Make decisions on when to change cutting tools and define tool life limits.
• Utilize appropriate PPE gear while working in the shop.
• Familiarize with the G and M codes used in CNC machines.
• Use tool setters to set height and minimize runout.

Essential Skills

• 3-5+ years of experience running 3, 4, and 5 axis mills.
• Direct experience machining high-speed aluminum, mold tooling metals, forgings, and castings.
• Previous experience working with titanium, stainless steel, and aluminum.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints and applying GD&T principles.
• Knowledge of calipers and CAD/CAM applications.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with light numerical control edits on 3, 4, and 5 axis mills and CNC lathes.
• Familiarity with B and/or C axis rotary tables and/or indexing part fixture CNC machining.
• Demonstrated knowledge of mathematics and basic machining skills.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a 9x80 schedule, excellent matching benefits for 401k with a 6% match, potential yearly bonuses based on site performance, and comprehensive medical plans including HMO, PPO, or Kaiser-based options. Enjoy a week of sick time upfront, accrue PTO, and work in a tight-knit team focused on collaboration and variety in tasks.

Work Environment

The role follows a 9x80 schedule, with future work anticipated to be on the 1st shift starting at 5am and ending at 2:30pm, with Fridays ending at 1:30pm. There may be occasional work on Saturdays. The position is based in an ITAR facility manufacturing composite parts for aerospace companies.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of San Diego, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $72800.00 - $83200.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Medical Coverage o Open Access HSA, HRA & PPO o Stop Health - Virtual Care Dental Coverage Vision Coverage Basic Life & Voluntary Term Life Insurance with AD&D Optional spouse and child life insurance Disability Insurance, LTD & STD Financial & Voluntary Plans Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) Critical Illness Insurance Hospital Indemnity Insurance Accident Insurance Fidelity 401k Wellness & Other Programs Annual Wellness Incentive Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Pet Wellness Acrisure Passport Discount Program Legal Protection Identify Theft Protection Lifemart and Passport Discount Programs

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Diego, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.