Aerospace CNC Programmer & Setup Specialist

MS Aerospace; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Job summary

A.S. Aerospace Inc. in Santa Clarita, CA seeks a skilled CNC Mill/Lathe Programmer & Setup Technician to program, set up, and optimize milling and turning operations for aerospace fasteners and tooling.

The role collaborates with Engineering, Quality, Tooling, and Production to meet customer specifications and AS Aerospace quality standards. The ideal candidate has extensive experience with CNC mills and lathes in a high-precision environment, strong G-code knowledge, and a track record of

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Certificate or degree in Machining Technology, Manufacturing Technology, CNC Programming, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of CNC programming and setup experience in a precision manufacturing environment.
• Experience with both CNC milling and CNC turning operations.
• Aerospace manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Experience manufacturing aerospace fasteners, precision machined components, tooling, or similar products preferred.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAM software and CNC machine controls.
• Strong understanding of G-Code programming and machine setup procedures.
• Experience with tight-tolerance machining and precision inspection methods.
• Familiarity with AS9100 and aerospace quality requirements preferred.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate CNC mills and lathes to manufacture aerospace fasteners, tooling, fixtures.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and customer requirements.
• Develop machining processes, tooling strategies, setup sheets, and program documentation for new and existing products.
• Select cutting tools, work holding, fixtures, and machining methods to achieve quality, efficiency, and cost objectives.
• Perform machine setups, first article inspections, and process validations prior to production release.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, programming, and quality issues to minimize downtime and maintain production schedules.
• Optimize cycle times, tool life, and machine utilization while maintaining product quality requirements.
• Perform program edits and process improvements to improve productivity and reduce manufacturing costs.
• Verify dimensional compliance using precision measuring equipment including micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, height gauges, thread gauges, optical comparators, and other inspection instruments.
• Maintain compliance with all AS Aerospace quality procedures and manufacturing standards.
• Support First Article Inspection (FAI), production validation, and customer quality requirements.
• Collaborate with Engineering to improve manufacturability and develop efficient machining solutions.
• Assist in the design, fabrication, and maintenance of tooling, fixtures, and production support equipment.
• Monitor tooling performance and recommend improvements to increase tool life and machining efficiency.
• Communicate machine maintenance concerns and equipment issues to supervision and maintenance personnel.
• Train and mentor operators and setup personnel on machining processes, tooling, and best practices.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.
• Maintain accurate production records, setup documentation, and program revisions.

Skills

CNC programming

CNC setup

Aerospace manufacturing

CAD/CAM

G-code

Inspection methods

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Machining Technology / Manufacturing Technology Certificate or Degree

Tools

CAD/CAM software

CNC machine controls

Job description

A.S. Aerospace Inc. in Santa Clarita, CA seeks a skilled CNC Mill/Lathe Programmer & Setup Technician to program, set up, and optimize milling and turning operations for aerospace fasteners and tooling.

The role collaborates with Engineering, Quality, Tooling, and Production to meet customer specifications and AS Aerospace quality standards. The ideal candidate has extensive experience with CNC mills and lathes in a high-precision environment, strong G-code knowledge, and a track record of