Aerospace 5-Axis CNC Machinist & Fabricator

Astroforge

Seal Beach (CA)

On-site

USD 48,000 - 63,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Vision care
PTO 3 weeks
Sick time 1 week
Holidays 10

Job summary

AstroForge is hiring a Machinist Fabricator in Seal Beach, CA to program, set up, and run 5-axis CNC machines for high-precision aerospace parts. You will handle varied materials, develop fixtures, and work closely with engineering for manufacturability insights.

The role requires 3+ years in aerospace machining, proficiency with CAM/CAD tools (Mastercam, Fusion 360, SolidWorks, NX), and experience with exotic materials.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years in 5-axis CNC machining for aerospace/high-precision parts
  • Proficient with CAM/CAD tools (Mastercam/HyperMILL/Fusion 360; SolidWorks/Siemens NX)
  • Experience with exotic materials (titanium/Inconel/composites) and precision inspection tools

Responsibilities

  • Program, set up, and operate 5-axis CNC machines to produce aerospace components
  • Work with aluminum, titanium, stainless steel, and carbon composites
  • Develop fixturing/work-holding for prototypes
  • Provide DFM feedback with engineering and resolve complex geometries
  • Perform in-process inspections and first article verifications
  • Troubleshoot issues and implement corrective actions
  • Maintain workshop safety and documentation

Skills

5-axis CNC machining
Mastercam
HyperMILL
Fusion 360
SolidWorks
Siemens NX
Exotic materials
Metrology

Education

High school diploma
Technical machining training

Tools

CAM software

Job description

AstroForge is hiring a Machinist Fabricator in Seal Beach, CA to program, set up, and run 5-axis CNC machines for high-precision aerospace parts. You will handle varied materials, develop fixtures, and work closely with engineering for manufacturability insights.

The role requires 3+ years in aerospace machining, proficiency with CAM/CAD tools (Mastercam, Fusion 360, SolidWorks, NX), and experience with exotic materials.

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