Aerospace Grinder Operator: NC/CNC & Conventional Precision

Magellan Aerospace Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Career progression

Employee Assistance Program

Positive work-life balance

Job summary

Magellan Aerospace Corporation in New York is seeking an N/C & Conventional Grinder Operator (Aerospace). The role sets up, operates, and maintains NC/CNC and manual grinding machines for high-precision aerospace components, following strict aerospace quality standards and tight tolerances.

The position offers a salary range of $20.00-$25.00 per hour, with responsibilities including interpreting drawings, selecting wheels and tooling, achieving required surface finishes, and ensuring

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (technical training preferred).
• Experience operating CNC/NC and conventional grinding machines.
• Strong understanding of grinding processes, cutting tools, and aerospace materials.
• Ability to read and interpret aerospace drawings and GD&T.
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing.
• Familiarity with aerospace quality standards such as AS9100.
• CNC programming or G-code editing experience.
• Experience with SPC (Statistical Process Control).

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate N/C/CNC grinding machines (surface, cylindrical, and centerless) for aerospace components.
• Set up and operate conventional/manual grinding machines, including surface and cylindrical grinders.
• Interpret complex aerospace blueprints, GD&T requirements, and work instructions.
• Select appropriate grinding wheels, tooling, and machine parameters based on aerospace materials (e.g., titanium, Inconel, hardened steels).
• Perform precision grinding operations to extremely tight tolerances and surface finish requirements.
• Monitor machine operations and make adjustments to maintain compliance with aerospace specifications.
• Inspect finished parts using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, and indicators.
• Perform wheel dressing, balancing, and machine setup for both CNC and conventional grinders.
• Conduct in-process and final inspections in accordance with aerospace quality standards.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including inspection reports and traceability records.
• Follow all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with quality and engineering teams to resolve issues and improve processes.

Skills

CNC grinding

Conventional grinding

GD&T reading

Precision measuring

Detail oriented

Team player

Aerospace manufacturing

AS9100 awareness

CNC programming

SPC awareness

Education

High school diploma

Machining certification

Tools

CNC grinding machines

Conventional grinders

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Magellan Aerospace Corporation in New York is seeking an N/C & Conventional Grinder Operator (Aerospace). The role sets up, operates, and maintains NC/CNC and manual grinding machines for high-precision aerospace components, following strict aerospace quality standards and tight tolerances.

The position offers a salary range of $20.00-$25.00 per hour, with responsibilities including interpreting drawings, selecting wheels and tooling, achieving required surface finishes, and ensuring