Aerospace EDM Machinist – 2nd Shift (East Hartford)

BARNES; Burnside (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnes Aerospace in East Hartford, CT, is seeking an EDM operator on 2nd shift to set up and run Wire and Sinker EDM machines. You’ll interpret blueprints and GD&T, adjust parameters, and ensure first-piece and in-process dimensions meet customer specs.

Applicants should have 1+ years in aerospace manufacturing, read operation sheets, and maintain quality documentation. A high school diploma is required, with competitive wages and shift differentials.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Set up, program, and operate Wire and/or Sinker EDM machines using approved programs, tooling, fixtures, and workholding components.
• Machine complex aerospace components to blueprint, model, and customer specification requirements.
• Read and interpret routers, setup sheets, work instructions, blueprints, GD&T, and inspection requirements.
• Verify first-piece and in-process dimensions using appropriate measuring equipment.
• Monitor machine performance, wire condition, electrode wear, flushing, and cut quality; make approved adjustments and offsets as needed.
• Maintain accurate job, material, serial-number, and production documentation.
• Follow all quality procedures, including inspection hold points, traceability, and nonconformance reporting.
• Escalate machine, tooling, program, material, or quality concerns promptly to supervision, Quality, Engineering, or Maintenance.
• Perform routine machine care, cleaning, fluid checks, and basic troubleshooting; report equipment issues immediately.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area in accordance with 6S, FOD-prevention, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Work with Quality, Engineering, Planning, and fellow operators to support schedule adherence and continuous improvement.
• Support reduction of setup time, cycle time, scrap, and rework while maintaining aerospace quality standards.
• Train on additional equipment and assist with other production needs as required

Skills

Aerospace experience

EDM machining

Read blueprints

GD&T knowledge

Gauge usage

Machine setup

Education

HS Diploma

Job description

Barnes Aerospace in East Hartford, CT, is seeking an EDM operator on 2nd shift to set up and run Wire and Sinker EDM machines. You’ll interpret blueprints and GD&T, adjust parameters, and ensure first-piece and in-process dimensions meet customer specs.

Applicants should have 1+ years in aerospace manufacturing, read operation sheets, and maintain quality documentation. A high school diploma is required, with competitive wages and shift differentials.