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Machine Programmer

Rainier Recruiting

North Hollywood, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Aerospace and Defense, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systems, CNC Lathe, Computer Programming, Consulting, Deburring, Diversity Recruiting, Documentation Standards, Engineering Drawing, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Executive Recruiting, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Identify Issues, Lathe, Machine Tool, Machining, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Metrology, Operational Support, Process Modeling, Production Machining, Prototyping, Recruiting/Staffing Agency, Safety Standards, Supply Chain
LOCATION
North Hollywood, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago

Machining Shop Technician (Level 2 / Level 3)

Client: Blue Origin

Location: (Insert Location)

Shift: A Shift (with occasional B Shift coverage, 1–2 times per month: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM)

Pay Rate:
  • Level 2: $61.10/hr
  • Level 3: $74.65/hr

About the Opportunity

Join a team at the forefront of space innovation. Blue Origin is building the future of spaceflight—developing reusable, safe, and cost-effective systems with the long-term vision of enabling millions of people to live and work in space.

This role sits within Operations, supporting manufacturing, supply chain, and mission-critical programs. You’ll play a hands-on role in producing high-quality hardware that directly contributes to spaceflight systems.

What You’ll Do
  • Set up and operate CNC mills, lathes, and manual shop equipment (mills, lathes, drill presses, saws, etc.)
  • Work with 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC machining processes
  • Select tooling, fixtures, and work-holding; load and secure raw materials
  • Program CNC equipment using drawings, models, and process instructions
  • Operate waterjet and other cutting equipment for rough cutting and profiling
  • Perform deburring, fitting, cleaning, rework, and basic assembly
  • Inspect parts using standard metrology tools to ensure compliance with engineering specifications
  • Support prototype, test, and production machining efforts
  • Maintain shop organization and adhere to 5S and safety standards
  • Perform basic equipment maintenance and assist with troubleshooting
  • Collaborate with engineering and production teams to meet quality, cost, and schedule goals
  • Help document and standardize machining processes

What We’re Looking For
  • 5+ years of hands-on CNC machining experience
  • Strong experience with CNC mills and/or lathes (multi-axis preferred)
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, including basic GD&T
  • Experience with manual machining and general shop equipment
  • Solid understanding of shop safety practices, including PPE and lockout/tagout
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-precision environment

Preferred Experience
  • CNC programming (conversational and/or CAM)
  • Advanced setup skills, including fixture design and tool selection
  • Experience with waterjet or similar CNC cutting equipment
  • Experience machining exotic materials, ceramics, or delicate components

Scheduling Requirements
  • Primarily A Shift
  • Must be open to working B Shift (2:00 PM – 10:00 PM) approximately 1–2 times per month

Why This Role
  • Work on cutting-edge aerospace hardware
  • Be part of a mission-driven organization shaping the future of spaceflight
  • Collaborate with top engineering and manufacturing talent
  • Competitive hourly pay at both Level 2 and Level 3

Who is Rainier Recruiting

Rainier Recruiting is a boutique, award winning national staffing agency and executive search firm. Using an approach that “treats every candidate like an executive search”, we offer positions in contract-to-hire, Full-Time, and executive search. Named the #1 Best Workplace in Washington State in 2022, recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm, and identified as a top recruitment firm by multiple business journals, Rainier Recruiting is fast becoming a respected company. We are no longer the “best recruiters you have never heard of”. Rainier Recruiting is also proud to share our clients have a 93% repeat business rate. Rainier Recruiting is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and for the candidates we represent. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of every organization that we partner with.

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