Aerospace CNC Machinist - 3-5 Axis, Carbon Fiber

Archer Technologies International, Incorporated; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Archer Aviation in California seeks an experienced CNC Machinist to operate 3-axis and 5-axis CNC routers, read CAD/CAM models, and optimize tooling for aerospace-grade parts. The role emphasizes setup, programming, and handoffs from initial cut to finished components.

You will cut carbon fiber and fiberglass composites, maintain documentation, and work on a small team within a fast-paced, pay-for-performance culture. Base pay ranges $35-50/hr.

Qualifications

• Above average knowledge of 3-axis CNC milling, with exposure to 5-axis machining.
• Familiarity with feeds/speeds/tooling types for different material types.
• Experience cutting carbon fiber composites, fiberglass composites, tooling board.
• Willing to work on a small team.

Responsibilities

• Setup and operate CNC router (3-axis, 4th-axis rotary, 5-axis)
• Interpret engineering drawings, CAD/CAM models, and GD&T requirements to produce efficient machining strategies.
• Perform setups and operate CNC machines. Cutting soft jaws, changing vices, fixture plates, gathering tooling, performing offsets, first article parts, etc.
• Saw cut material, deburr parts, use grinders, pneumatic tools and be a general shop hand.
• Maintain records of mark-ups on prints, save programs, setup sheets, and tool lists.
• Select and optimize tooling, adjusting speeds/feeds for efficiency and tool life.
• Maintain a clean work environment/shop space.

Skills

3-axis CNC milling

5-axis machining

Feeds & speeds

Composite materials machining

Team collaboration

Tools

CNC milling machines

Job description

Archer Aviation in California seeks an experienced CNC Machinist to operate 3-axis and 5-axis CNC routers, read CAD/CAM models, and optimize tooling for aerospace-grade parts. The role emphasizes setup, programming, and handoffs from initial cut to finished components.

You will cut carbon fiber and fiberglass composites, maintain documentation, and work on a small team within a fast-paced, pay-for-performance culture. Base pay ranges $35-50/hr.