Highlights
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in 3+2, 4, & true 5-axis milling, and 7 & 8-axis lathe turning, and will play a key role in quoting, Lean Manufacturing, process design, first-piece setup of new products, and problem-solving within our production environment. Create detailed machining processes, tool paths, and cutting strategies tailored for aerospace alloys (e.g., Exotics, stainless steel, aluminum) and tight tolerances of ±0.0002 / ±0.005.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Daytona Beach, FL |
| Industry | Aerospace and Defense |
| Company Size | 50 to 99 employees |
| Year Founded | 1982 |
| Website | http://www.aopmfg.com/ |
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Description
About AO Precision Manufacturing LLC
Located in Daytona Beach, Florida, AO Precision Manufacturing LLC is a leading build-to-print precision machine shop serving the aerospace, defense, medical, marine, and automotive industries.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a skilled Manufacturing Process Engineer with at least 5 years of experience in SolidWorks CAD, CAMWorks CAM, Mastercam, and CNC programming. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in 3+2, 4, & true 5-axis milling, and 7 & 8-axis lathe turning, and will play a key role in quoting, Lean Manufacturing, process design, first-piece setup of new products, and problem-solving within our production environment.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, validate, and optimize CNC programs for 3+2, 4, & true 5-axis milling, and 7 & 8-axis lathe turning equipment using industry-standard software, preferably CAMWorks software or Mastercam.
- Create detailed machining processes, tool paths, and cutting strategies tailored for aerospace alloys (e.g., Exotics, stainless steel, aluminum) and tight tolerances of ±0.0002 / ±0.005.
- Establish machining parameters, feeds/speeds, work-holding setups, and tooling selections using best-practice principles.
- Develop and maintain process documentation, including setup sheets, fixture drawings, and work instructions.
- Design or specify custom fixtures, tooling, and work holding to support complex aerospace geometries.
- Collaborate with Quality to resolve non-conformances and drive root-cause analysis (5 Whys, Fishbone, 8D).
- Support machinists during setups, first-article inspections, and program prove-outs.
Required Qualifications
- 3-5+ years of experience in CNC Programming or manufacturing Engineering
- Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD and G-code programming, CAMWorks preferred
- Hands-on experience with 3+2, 4, & true 5-axis milling, and 7 & 8-axis lathe turning. Strong understanding of machining principles, tooling, and fixture design
- Experience with quoting, estimating, and process optimization
- Familiarity with automation technologies and process improvement tools
- Take the project from cradle to grave and pass it off to the Production Team.
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems and production planning tools (EPICOR)
Work Environment & Physical Demands
- Exposure to moving mechanical parts, coolants, fumes, and chemical irritants
- Loud noise levels and varying temperatures
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. regularly and up to 50 lbs. occasionally with assistance
- Use of PPE is required per OSHA standards
Why Join AO Precision?
- Work with cutting-edge CNC technology and advanced manufacturing tools
- Be part of a team supporting mission-critical industries
- Competitive compensation and growth opportunities
- Collaborative and safety-focused work culture
AO Precision Manufacturing LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Salary to be commensurate with experience and technical knowledgeNO RECRUITERS PLEASE
Salary Description
$85,000 and up, based on experience
About Company
AO Precision was originally founded in 1982 as Advanced Ordnance, Inc. The company’s original business focused on making machined parts for Colt, SIG Sauer, FN, Smith & Wesson and OF Mossberg. Since Juno Investments LLC acquired AO Precision in 2004, Juno’s investment of capital into machinery and equipment has improved the efficiency and productivity of the company, resulting in double-digit sales growth and an expanded workforce. The company has widened its customer base beyond ordnance manufacturing to include agricultural, marine, automotive and medical OEMs. AO Precision Manufacturing LLC is a reliable partner to the world’s leading aerospace and defense companies. Our AS9100-certified, Florida-based, build-to-print precision machine shop is Nadcap accredited and ISO 9001:2008 compliant. It specializes in close tolerance contract machining of carbon and stainless steels, super-alloys, plastics and phenolic resin compounds. We provide turnkey production solutions that start with design assistance and continue with prototyping, CNC milling & turning, finishing, phosphating, anodizing, laser etching, assembly, inspection, and packaging. Our engineers design and produce special tooling, fixtures, and gauges to ensure that your order is competitively priced and meets tight production deadlines. Related Companies AO Precision also draws upon the complementary resources and expertise of three sister companies under the Juno umbrella: Galion LLC, a build-to-print source for screw-machined parts for the automotive, commercial, and defense industries. The company’s equipment includes single and multi-spindle turning, CNC turning, and Swiss micromachining. Centerless grinding allows Galion to repeatedly hold tolerances to .0002″. Galion is ISO 9001:2008 certified. Its 100,000 square foot plant is located in northwest Ohio. Southeastern Metal Products LLC (SEMP), a metal stamping and fabrication company. SEMP’s manufacturing and engineering expertise enables the company to manage any type of project ranging from build-to-print to assisting in product design for manufacturability. SEMP’s customers include companies in the telecommunications, health and safety, trucking, off-road vehicle and agriculture industries. SEMP is ISO 9001:2008 certified. The company’s 100,000 square foot facility is situated in Charlotte, North Carolina. Optim LLC, a medical device manufacturer, has an in-house machining operation, Optim Machining Services (OMS). OMS is an ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 13485 certified contract services company specializing in close tolerance CNC turning, milling and drilling for the medical industry. The company operates out of a 5,000 square foot facility in central Massachusetts.