Aerospace CNC Milling Machinist — Day 1 Benefits + Sign-On

DRT Aerospace, LLC; Winsted (CT); On-site; USD 41,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Benefits

401K Company Match

Sign-On Bonus

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Overtime Available

Job summary

DRT Aerospace, LLC in Winsted, CT is seeking a skilled CNC Milling Machinist to join its aerospace team. You will set up and operate HMCs/VMCs, interpret blueprints and GD&T, and produce precision aerospace components to tight tolerances.

Join a culture that values craftsmanship, continuous improvement, and on-time delivery. 2+ years of CNC experience, tooling and inspection proficiency, and a strong eye for detail are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years CNC machining experience in precision environment.
• Hands-on setup and operation of CNC Milling Machines (HMCs/VMCs).
• Ability to read blueprints, GD&T, and engineering specs.
• Experience with tooling selection, fixture setup, and inspection gear.
• Strong attention to detail and quality emphasis.
• Able to work independently within a team.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC Milling Machines including HMCs and VMCs.
• Perform machine setups, tooling changes, and first-piece inspections.
• Read blueprints and GD&T; ensure conformance to specs.
• Manufacture aerospace components to tight tolerances.
• Conduct in-process inspections with calipers, micrometers, gauges.
• Adjust tooling and programs to sustain quality and velocity.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and drive corrective actions.
• Monitor tool life and optimize processes for efficiency.
• Complete production, inspection, and quality documentation.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams.
• Maintain clean, safe, organized work environment.

Skills

CNC Milling

HMC & VMC

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Setup & inspection

Quality focused

Independent worker

Education

Trade school / apprenticeship training

Technical Machining education

Tools

Fanuc controls

Haas controls

Mazak controls

Okuma controls

Mori Seiki

Job description

DRT Aerospace, LLC in Winsted, CT is seeking a skilled CNC Milling Machinist to join its aerospace team. You will set up and operate HMCs/VMCs, interpret blueprints and GD&T, and produce precision aerospace components to tight tolerances.

Join a culture that values craftsmanship, continuous improvement, and on-time delivery. 2+ years of CNC experience, tooling and inspection proficiency, and a strong eye for detail are essential for success in this role.