Aerospace CNC Machinist II — Precision & Impact

Relativity Space; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 35,817 - 53,726; Full time

Job summary

Relativity Space seeks skilled machinists to operate and program CNC lathes, mills, and EDM machines, producing aerospace components with precision and consistency.

You will use CAD/CAM software to design, modify, and generate CNC programs, maintain equipment, and collaborate with engineers to meet strict aerospace standards. Experience reading drawings and using inspection tools is essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years hands-on machining experience operating or programming CNC lathes, mills and/or EDM machines.
• Experience in machine maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration to ensure optimal performance.
• Experience in using common inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, etc.).
• Ability to interpret and verify engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications using precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to adapt in fast paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate and program CNC lathes, mills, and wire EDM machines, ensuring precision in machining aerospace metal alloys
• Utilize CAD software to create and modify designs, implementing CNC programs (G-code) for producing materials test coupons
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate machining equipment, ensuring compliance with aerospace industry standards
• Communicate effectively with engineering teams and cross‑functional stakeholders to translate project requirements into machining solutions
• Work collaboratively with teams of varying technical expertise to optimize machining processes and troubleshoot manufacturing challenges
• Develop and enforce standardized workflows for machine shop operations, including shift hand‑offs and documentation of machining procedures

Skills

CNC machining

CNC programming

Precision measurement

Blueprint reading

GD&T knowledge

Tools

CAD/CAM software

G-code programming

Calipers

Micrometers

Dial indicators

Job description

Relativity Space seeks skilled machinists to operate and program CNC lathes, mills, and EDM machines, producing aerospace components with precision and consistency.

You will use CAD/CAM software to design, modify, and generate CNC programs, maintain equipment, and collaborate with engineers to meet strict aerospace standards. Experience reading drawings and using inspection tools is essential.