Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

PDS Tech Commercial; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401(k) plan

Paid leave

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in aerospace parts manufacturing to recruit an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer in Torrance, CA. You’ll translate engineering requirements into efficient machining processes, optimize programs, tooling, and workholding for high-precision aluminum aerospace components.

You will develop and optimize NC programs for 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC mills using Siemens NX CAM, analyze geometry and machine capabilities, and collaborate with engineering and

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience programming 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC mills.
• Experience using Siemens NX CAM programming software.
• Experience machining aluminum aerospace components.
• Knowledge of workholding fixtures and cutting tool selection.
• Understanding CNC machining processes and production requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize NC programs for aerospace components using Siemens NX programming software.
• Program and support 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC milling operations.
• Analyze geometry, materials, workholding, and machine capabilities to maximize efficiency.
• Design and develop workholding fixtures and select cutting tools for aerospace machining.
• Determine tooling, materials, and machining strategies to meet specs and goals.
• Support process improvements to enhance productivity and quality.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to resolve challenges.

Skills

CNC programming

Multi-axis milling

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Siemens NX CAM programming software

Job description

Turn Precision into Performance as an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Location : Torrance, CA | Pay range: $45 - $58/hour DOE | Schedule: 1st shift

PDS Tech Commercial | Partnering with a Leader in Aerospace Parts Manufacturing

Ready to put your NC programming expertise to work building the next generation of aerospace components? PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in aerospace parts manufacturing to find an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer with hands-on experience in multi-axis milling, NX programming, and precision aluminum machining.

In this role, you’ll help transform engineering requirements into efficient, high-quality machining processes, optimizing programs, tooling, and workholding to keep aerospace production moving.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and optimize NC programs for aerospace components using Siemens NX programming software .
• Program and support 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC milling operations .
• Analyze component geometry, materials, workholding, and machine capabilities to maximize machining efficiency.
• Design and develop workholding fixtures and select appropriate cutting tools for aerospace machining applications.
• Determine tooling, materials, and machining strategies to meet product specifications and manufacturing goals.
• Support process improvements that enhance productivity, quality, and machining performance.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to resolve machining challenges and support production requirements.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• Hands-on experience programming 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC mills.
• Experience using Siemens NX CAM programming software .
• Experience machining aluminum aerospace components.
• Knowledge of workholding fixture development and cutting tool selection.
• Understanding of CNC machining processes, manufacturing specifications, and production requirements.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and commitment to quality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Approximately 2–4 years of relevant manufacturing engineering or CNC programming experience.
• Experience optimizing machining cycles, tooling strategies, and machine utilization.
• Familiarity with aerospace manufacturing standards and precision machining practices.

Why Join Us?

Build precision. Drive innovation. Help shape the future of aerospace.

• Work on critical components: Contribute to the manufacturing of precision aerospace parts where quality and accuracy matter.
• Apply advanced technology: Put your multi-axis CNC and NX programming skills to work on complex machining challenges.
• Make a measurable impact: Help improve machining efficiency, tooling performance, and production outcomes.
• Collaborate with experts: Work alongside talented manufacturing and engineering professionals in a quality-focused environment.

PDS Tech Commercial connects skilled professionals with opportunities to contribute to leading organizations and important industry innovations.

Pay Details: $45.00 to $58.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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