CNC Machinist

About the job

We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented CNC Set-up Programmer/Machinist to join the Manufacturing team of our aerospace and defense manufacturing facility. This role emphasizes the CNC Mill and Lathe machinist background but is also an opportunity for an individual to build their career as a high-value Senior Machinist assisting with improving company operations. This role is critical to the front-end acceptance of client requests and implementation of machined part production, router development and first article execution. Ideal candidates will bring experience in both precision CNC Set-up and machining principles. As well as proven proficiency in MasterCAM programming. This candidate will aid launching new parts into production efficiently and compliantly. Proficiency in set-up and operations of multi-axis (lathes, mills and mill-turn) CNC machines is required. This is a 100% on-site position.

Working largely with new customer requests, set-up CNC mill and lathe operations based on customer blueprints and 3D models
Perform first article programming, setups, dry runs, and edits to validate program accuracy and efficiency
Conduct in-process inspections to verify dimensions during first article production runs
Capable of training machine operators on setup sheets, fixturing, and safe operation of new programs
Capable of identifying ideal cutter selection and fixtures
Capable of utilizing MasterCAM to create G-code programs from model based definitions and blueprints for machining operations