Aerospace Applications Engineer: Multi-Axis Machining

Makino Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits (401(k))

Professional development & training

Paid time off – 3 weeks first year

Job summary

Makino Inc. is seeking an Aerospace Applications Engineer to support the sales force from a technical perspective, focusing on aerospace structural and engine components for tests, demos, startup and training. This role involves 3-, 4-, and 5-axis high-speed machining on state-of-the-art machines across the Mid Central region (TX, KS, OK, MO).

You will perform test cuts, assist with turnkey proposals, generate NC programs, and train customers onsite while traveling regionally 30–40%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (preferred) or equivalent in a technical field, or 5+ years related experience.
• 3–5 years of experience with aerospace structural and/or engine-type components.
• 3–5 years of setup, programming, and operations of multi-axis (3, 4 & 5 axis) machining centers.
• Prior experience with Makino machine operation (Pro-5 controller preferred).
• Willingness to travel regionally (30–40%).

Responsibilities

• Perform test cuts and machine demonstrations for aerospace parts (structural and engine components).
• Provide applications engineering support to sales visiting customer facilities and assisting with machine turnkey proposals.
• Set up, generate NC programs, build tooling, conduct prove-out, and handle test cut requests from sales inquiries.
• Conduct customer start-up training and transfer technical knowledge at customer facilities.

Skills

CAD/CAM programming

Team collaboration

Customer interfacing

Technical problem solving

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a technical field

Tools

Makino Pro-5 controller

Job description

Makino Inc. is seeking an Aerospace Applications Engineer to support the sales force from a technical perspective, focusing on aerospace structural and engine components for tests, demos, startup and training. This role involves 3-, 4-, and 5-axis high-speed machining on state-of-the-art machines across the Mid Central region (TX, KS, OK, MO).

You will perform test cuts, assist with turnkey proposals, generate NC programs, and train customers onsite while traveling regionally 30–40%.