Aerospace CNC Lathe Setup Specialist: Master Changeovers

RTCA; Fife (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Shift differentials

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

RTCA in Washington state is seeking a CNC Multi-Axis Lathe Setup Specialist to own setups from bar stock to finished part. You will build and prove out parts on twin-spindle machines, drive changeovers with SMED, and collaborate with programmers to optimize cycle times.

You will mentor operators, uphold AS9100D quality expectations, and maintain tooling and setup sheets. The role requires 5+ years in CNC lathe setup, experience with multi-axis machines, and strong GD&T and inspection skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years CNC lathe setup; 2+ years on multi-axis mill-turn machines.
• Strong G-code knowledge; familiarity with Fanuc, Mazatrol or OSP.
• Solid blueprint reading and GD&T with hand tools.
• Track record in reducing setup times using SMED or quick-change tooling.
• Ownership mindset; treat every setup as the signature work.

Responsibilities

• Set up and prove out multi-axis CNC lathes; transfer from bar stock to finished part.
• Own changeovers; apply SMED to shorten setup times consistently.
• Build/maintain quick-change tooling and setup sheets for faster cycles.
• Collaborate with programmers on toolpaths and cycle-time reductions.
• Mentor operators on setups, offsets, inspection and safe operation.

Skills

CNC lathe setup

Multi-axis mill-turn

G-code proficiency

GD&T inspection

SMED/changeovers

Blueprint reading

Tools

Capto tooling

Mastercam

Esprit

NX

Job description

RTCA in Washington state is seeking a CNC Multi-Axis Lathe Setup Specialist to own setups from bar stock to finished part. You will build and prove out parts on twin-spindle machines, drive changeovers with SMED, and collaborate with programmers to optimize cycle times.

You will mentor operators, uphold AS9100D quality expectations, and maintain tooling and setup sheets. The role requires 5+ years in CNC lathe setup, experience with multi-axis machines, and strong GD&T and inspection skills.