Aerospace CNC Tool & Die Maker (5-Axis) — Shifts

Jobot; Cheshire (CT); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Holidays

15% off-shift differential

Job summary

Jobot in Cheshire, CT is seeking a skilled CNC Tool & Die Maker to design, fabricate, and maintain precision tooling for aerospace manufacturing. This role operates in a low-volume, high-mix environment with tight tolerances and strict quality requirements across 2nd and 3rd shifts.

The role requires 5+ years of tooling experience, proficiency in reading blueprints and GD&T, G-code editing, and multi-axis CNC setup.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of toolmaker/CNC experience in precision tooling.
• Strong ability to read blueprints and GD&T.
• Hands-on CNC programming edits and machine setups.

Responsibilities

• Build, modify, and repair precision tooling, fixtures, gauges, and dies used in aerospace manufacturing.
• Set up and operate CNC mills, lathes, and grinders (3, 4, and/or 5-axis) to machine complex components.
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and specifications to determine machining approach and tolerances.
• Plan machining sequences, select tooling, and perform setups for prototype and short-run tooling builds.
• Perform precision machining operations including milling, turning, boring, drilling, threading, and grinding.
• Conduct in-process and final inspections using micrometers, calipers, indicators, height gauges, and CMM equipment.
• Troubleshoot machining processes, tooling issues, and dimensional discrepancies during build and prove-out.
• Fabricate and adjust custom tooling and fixtures as needed to support production efficiency.
• Maintain compliance with aerospace quality standards (AS9100, NADCAP as applicable).
• Document inspection results, process changes, and shift hand-off notes.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to improve tooling design and manufacturability.

Skills

Blueprints reading

GD&T understanding

Independent worker

Mathematical skills

Tools

G-code editing

CNC setup

Mastercam

Fusion 360

Job description

Jobot in Cheshire, CT is seeking a skilled CNC Tool & Die Maker to design, fabricate, and maintain precision tooling for aerospace manufacturing. This role operates in a low-volume, high-mix environment with tight tolerances and strict quality requirements across 2nd and 3rd shifts.

The role requires 5+ years of tooling experience, proficiency in reading blueprints and GD&T, G-code editing, and multi-axis CNC setup.