2nd Shift CNC Machinist — Precision Defense Parts

Karman Space & Defense; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Life and AD&D insurance

Short & long-term disability

Job summary

Karman Space & Defense is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist for second shift in Huntington Beach, CA. The role involves operating multi-axis CNC milling and turning equipment, performing setups, and ensuring parts meet tight tolerances for defense applications.

Ideal candidates will have 3+ years of experience with HAAS or Fanuc controls, strong GD&T and measurement skills, and a keen eye for safety and quality in a high‑reliability environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years operating multi-axis CNC mills and lathes.
• Ability to troubleshoot quick-change work-holding systems.
• Experience with GD&T and precision measurement tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate multi-axis CNC milling and turning machines to produce precision components.
• Set up jobs, select tooling, configure machine parameters, and prepare work-holding solutions.
• Review drawings and instructions to ensure accurate part production.
• Take precise measurements with calipers, micrometers, height gauges, etc.

Skills

CNC operation

G-code editing

Reading drawings

Safety compliance

Math proficiency

Hand-eye coordination

Tools

HAAS

Fanuc

Mastercam

Job description

Karman Space & Defense is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist for second shift in Huntington Beach, CA. The role involves operating multi-axis CNC milling and turning equipment, performing setups, and ensuring parts meet tight tolerances for defense applications.

Ideal candidates will have 3+ years of experience with HAAS or Fanuc controls, strong GD&T and measurement skills, and a keen eye for safety and quality in a high‑reliability environment.