Aerospace CNC Machinist - 1st Shift, Training & Growth

Barnes Aerospace; East Granby (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnes Aerospace is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist for 1st shift to join our production team on site. You will perform complex setups and operate Devlieg milling machines for aerospace parts, ensuring parts meet tight tolerances.

The role requires 3–5 years of aerospace machining experience, familiarity with Fanuc controls, GD&T, and SPC. Strong math, problem-solving, and teamwork are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years aerospace machining experience.
• Experience setting up and operating CNC Devlieg Milling Machines with Fanuc controls.
• Strong math, GD&T, SPC knowledge.
• Willing to learn basic CNC programming.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex set ups, edits and operate established and NPI jobs with minimal supervision ensuring parts conform to specifications and requirements.
• Verify dimensions using micrometers, depth gauge, height gauge, and vernier.
• Read and interpret blueprints and operations sheets.
• Familiar with Lean, 6S, and continuous improvement.
• Follow safety requirements for machine operation; wear PPE as required.
• Work flexible hours and overtime to meet deadlines.
• Collaborate with engineering on material conditions, part positioning, tool pressure.
• Detect faults and report issues to supervisor.
• Maintain good housekeeping on machines and area; comply with rules.

Skills

CNC Milling

Fanuc Controls

GD&T

SPC

Excel

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Devlieg Milling Machines

Micrometers / height gage / vernier

Measuring tools

SPC tools

Job description

Barnes Aerospace is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist for 1st shift to join our production team on site. You will perform complex setups and operate Devlieg milling machines for aerospace parts, ensuring parts meet tight tolerances.

The role requires 3–5 years of aerospace machining experience, familiarity with Fanuc controls, GD&T, and SPC. Strong math, problem-solving, and teamwork are essential for success.