CNC Machinist - Aerospace Manufacturing

CNC Mill-Turn Machinist
The CNC Mill-Turn Machinist (known internally as CNC Machining Specialist) is a hands-on technical expert responsible for developing and executing precision machining strategies with an emphasis on CNC turning operations, while maintaining versatility across milling and multi-axis machining environments. This role supports the production of high-performance components for advanced aerospace, automotive, and next-generation manufacturing systems.
Operating with a high degree of autonomy, this individual partners closely with design and manufacturing engineering to translate complex hardware requirements into robust, scalable machining processes. The role is deeply rooted in shop-floor executionowning setups, solving problems in real time, and driving machining excellence from prototype through rate production.
This position plays a critical role in building repeatable, high-quality processes, improving throughput, and enabling rapid iteration in a fast-paced production environment.
Lead setup, operation, and optimization of CNC turning centers (mill-turn and multi-axis lathes) for precision components.

• Execute machining & grinding across a range of equipment as needed, including 3-axis, 3+2, and 5-axis mills to support production demands.
• Own first article through production runs, ensuring parts meet dimensional, surface finish, and performance requirements.
• Apply advanced understanding of GD&T to validate setups and machining strategies directly on the floor.

Define machining strategies across turning and milling operations, including:

• Production Ownership & Continuous Improvement
• Take full ownership of machining processes on the floorfrom initial prove-out to stable production.
• Support production ramp by developing scalable processes, standardized tooling, and repeatable setups.
• Act with urgency to resolve blockers impacting delivery schedules and production output.

Quality & Documentation

• Ensure all hardware meets internal and industry quality standards through disciplined process control.
• Mentor machinists and operators on turning best practices, machining fundamentals, and advanced techniques.
• Provide technical guidance across shifts to ensure consistency and process adherence.

Champion Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) standards within all machining activities.

• Proactively identify risks in machining operations and implement mitigation strategies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and high-functioning work environment aligned with high-performance production standards.

Extensive experience operating CNC turning centers (2-axis, live tooling, mill-turn, or multi-axis lathes).

• Advanced understanding of GD&T and its application in precision machining.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and optimize machining processes across tooling, fixturing, and programming.
• Demonstrated experience with advanced setup techniques, including dynamic work offsets and multi-operation setups.
• Hands-on experience taking parts from first article through production.
• Experience mentoring or leading other machinists on the shop floor.
• Experience Machining additively manufactured components or hybrid workflows.
• Strong manual machining skills to support tooling, fixtures, and rework operations.
• Experience in high-rate production or rapid development environments with aggressive timelines.
• Experience in CAD/CAM software/environments (NX CAM preferred).
• Experience with writing probing routines for on machine part inspections.

This role operates in a fast-paced, high-mix production environment where priorities can shift rapidly based on engineering changes, supply chain constraints, and program milestones. The environment demands tight cross-functional collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, quality, logistics, and program teams to ensure daily execution aligns with long-term build plans.

• Success in this environment requires hands-on engagement on the shop floor, strong systems knowledge, and the ability to anticipate and resolve scheduling risks before they impact key deliverables.
• The culture emphasizes proactive communication, data-driven decision making, and continuous improvement to meet aggressive program timelines while maintaining high standards for quality, safety, and efficiency.

Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions.
Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge.