CNC Machinist/Programmer-Aerospace

Job Summary We are seeking an experienced CNC Machinist/Programmer, Aerospace for a temp-to-hire opportunity in Valencia, CA. This 1st shift role is ideal for a precision machining professional with strong Mastercam programming experience and a background producing tight-tolerance aerospace components. In this role, you will program, set up, and operate CNC Mills and/or Lathes in a quality-focused aerospace manufacturing environment. This is a strong opportunity for a skilled machinist who values stable work, technical challenge, teamwork, and the ability to contribute directly to high-quality aerospace production. The environment is best suited for someone who takes pride in craftsmanship, follows detailed procedures, and works well with engineering, quality, and production teams. Key Responsibilities Create, edit, and optimize CNC programs using Mastercam for precision aerospace components. Set up and operate CNC Mills and/or CNC Lathes to produce parts to blueprint specifications. Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, work instructions, travelers, and technical documentation. Select tooling, speeds, feeds, and machining sequences to improve quality and efficiency. Perform offsets, tool changes, troubleshooting, and program adjustments during production. Inspect finished parts using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other precision measuring tools. Compensation and Benefits Compensation: $35.00 to $40.00 per year. Job Type: Temp-to-Hire. Schedule: 1st shift. Location: Valencia, CA. Required Qualifications and Skills Program CNC Mills and/or Lathes using Mastercam. Set up and operate CNC equipment for aerospace component production. Machine precision parts to tight tolerances and blueprint requirements. Inspect completed parts using precision measuring instruments. 6 to 10 years of CNC machining experience. Strong Mastercam programming experience is required. Aerospace or precision machining experience is required. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, work instructions, and travelers. Experience selecting tooling, speeds, feeds, and machining sequences. Skilled in offsets, tool changes, troubleshooting, and program adjustments. Proficiency with calipers, micrometers, gauges, and related inspection tools. Understanding of aerospace quality standards, safety procedures, and AS9100 requirements. Strong attention to detail, reliability, problem-solving ability, and commitment to quality. Preferred Qualifications Experience working in an AS9100 aerospace manufacturing environment. Experience machining complex tight-tolerance aerospace components. Ability to support process improvements, reduce cycle times, and optimize machining efficiency. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans The Know Your Rights poster is available here: The pay transparency policy is available here: For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team. AppleOne participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr AppleOne Employment Services