Aerospace 5-Axis CNC Setup & Inspection Specialist

Superior Skilled Trades; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

dental

vision

PTO

Job summary

Superior Skilled Trades in Hebron, KY is seeking a highly skilled 5-Axis CNC Operator / Setup Technician to independently set up and run Makino 5-axis machining centers and mill-turn lathes for aerospace components.

The role requires strong GD&T, blueprint reading, and experience with live tooling, with responsibilities spanning from setup through in-process and final inspection. This is a first shift position with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• At least a high school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of CNC machining experience, including 5-axis setup.
• Experience with live tooling / mill-turn lathes.
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge.
• Experience holding tight tolerances and using precision measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate 5-axis CNC machines (Makino) and mill-turn lathes.
• Read blueprints, CAD models, and GD&T to plan setups.
• Install tooling, fixtures, and adjust offsets.
• Machine aerospace parts to tight tolerances.
• Perform in-process and final inspections.
• Troubleshoot machining and performance issues.
• Support new program prove-outs with engineering.
• Maintain setup documentation and inspection records.
• Follow safety, quality, and aerospace standards.

Skills

5-axis machining

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Live tooling

Setup & operation

Precision measurement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Makino 5-axis

Mill-turn lathes

G-code familiarity

Job description

Superior Skilled Trades in Hebron, KY is seeking a highly skilled 5-Axis CNC Operator / Setup Technician to independently set up and run Makino 5-axis machining centers and mill-turn lathes for aerospace components.

The role requires strong GD&T, blueprint reading, and experience with live tooling, with responsibilities spanning from setup through in-process and final inspection. This is a first shift position with competitive pay and benefits.