Aerospace Precision Machining & Grinding Expert

Great Western Grinding, Inc.; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Western Grinding, Inc. is seeking an experienced machinist/grinder to own jobs from acceptance to completion in Huntington Beach, CA. You will read blueprints, set up and grind precision aerospace components with both manual and CNC equipment, and troubleshoot process issues to maintain quality and throughput.

The role demands 10+ years of hands-on experience, strong measurement skills, and a deep understanding of aviation manufacturing requirements. U.S.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience machining and grinding precision components.
• Ability to read, speak, and comprehend English.
• Proficiency in manual machining and CNC programming.

Responsibilities

• Set up, machine, and grind precision aerospace parts from blueprints and work instructions.
• Perform manual and CNC machining (surface, ID/OD, jig grinding).
• Program CNC equipment for low-volume, high-precision work and troubleshoot at the machine.

Job description

About the roleStep into a seasoned role where your machining and grinding expertise drives results without hand-holding. You’ll take ownership from task acceptance through completion, applying judgment, discipline, and pride in every detail. This is a hands-on position for a true self-starter—someone who can understand complex work and execute with minimal supervision.LocationHuntington Beach, CA. Candidates must live within a practical commuting distance. Relocation is not offered.What you’ll doInterpret blueprints and work instructions to set up, machine, and grind precision parts.Perform both manual and CNC machining, including surface, ID/OD, and jig grinding.Troubleshoot issues at the machine and process level to maintain quality and throughput.Program CNC equipment as needed for low-volume, high-precision work.Use precision measurement, hand metrology, and advanced inspection and gauge techniques.Produce aerospace components in a non-production, repair/precision environment where quality is paramount.What you bring10+ years of experience machining and grinding precision components.Ability to read, speak, and comprehend English.U.S. citizenship (required due to the nature of some assignments).Proficiency in manual machining and CNC programming.Strong command of precision measurement, hand metrology, and advanced gauging.Background in aerospace manufacturing and an appreciation for the criticality of flight components.Preferred backgroundExperience in an aviation machine shop (non-production).Comfort operating a wide range of manual and CNC machinery.Consistent, steady weekly work hours.Military aviation experience.Experience in an FAA repair station.Equipment you’ll operateTurning Lathe, Manual Lathe, Vertical LatheSurface Grinder, Manual Grinder, CNC Grinder, ID Grinder Machine, OD/ID Grinding Machine, Jig GrinderManual Vertical Mill, Boring MillCNC Lathe (2–4 axis)Universal Machining Center (3–4 axis)Horizontal Machining Center (3–4 axis)Measurement Gauges