CNC Grinder Machinist (Campbell) - 2nd Shift (2626)

VSE Aviation; Bloomfield (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

VSE Aviation in Bloomfield, CT is seeking a Machinist II to perform alteration tasks on civil aviation articles and develop tooling per FAA-approved data. The role requires precision machining, reading drawings, and collaboration with engineering and quality teams to meet aerospace standards.

The position is full-time, 2nd shift, and involves operating CNC mills, lathes, and honing equipment with strong attention to detail and adherence to safety and DOT requirements.

Qualifications

• 5 years of machining or related experience.
• OR an associate's degree, relevant technical degree or certificate in lieu of 2 years of experience.
• Proficiency in using precision measurement instruments.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering blueprints and technical specifications.
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.
• Flexible to changing workloads/priorities based on customer requirements.
• Must be able to read, write, and understand English.
• Ability to function in fast paced environment while maintaining a high level of quality.
• Basic computer operating skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines, including mills, lathes, or hones machining equipment, to produce parts to required specifications.
• Interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and work instructions.
• Prioritize components for repairs to ensure on-time delivery requirements are met.
• Perform quality checks on parts using precision measuring tools and equipment.
• Maintain and troubleshoot CNC and/or hones machining equipment as needed.
• Ensures up-to-date knowledge of all tools and proper use of equipment within assigned area of responsibility.
• Document maintenance records of all repair work orders performed.
• Utilize precision measuring equipment daily.
• Collaborate with the engineering and quality teams to ensure all parts meet strict aerospace standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Precision measurement

Machining

Quality control

English proficiency

Education

Associate's degree or relevant technical certificate

Tools

CNC machines

Precision measurement instruments

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Bloomfield, CT 06002

Position Type: Full Time

Job Shift: 2nd Shift

Job Category: DOT - Safety Sensitive Position

SUMMARY

The Machinist II will perform alteration tasks on civil aviation articles in accordance with the current technical data provided in the manufacturers’ Instructions for Continued Airworthiness, Services Bulletins, service letters, Airworthiness Directives, government and industry standard practices, and other data acceptable to or approved by the FAA. In addition to that, the machinist will also develop, duplicate, and manufacture tooling equipment as required.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Set up and operate CNC machines, including mills, lathes, or hones machining equipment, to produce parts to required specifications.
• Interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and work instructions.
• Prioritize components for repairs to ensure on-time delivery requirements are met.
• Perform quality checks on parts using precision measuring tools and equipment.
• Maintain and troubleshoot CNC and/or hones machining equipment as needed.
• Ensures up-to-date knowledge of all tools and proper use of equipment within assigned area of responsibility.
• Document maintenance records of all repair work orders performed.
• Utilize precision measuring equipment daily.
• Collaborate with the engineering and quality teams to ensure all parts meet strict aerospace standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• 5 years of machining or related experience
• OR an associate's degree, relevant technical degree or certificate in lieu of 2 years of experience.
• Proficiency in using precision measurement instruments.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering blueprints and technical specifications.
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.
• Flexible to changing workloads/priorities based on customer requirements.
• Must be able to read, write, and understand English.
• Ability to function in fast paced environment while maintaining a high level of quality.
• Basic computer operating skills.

PREFFERED REQUIREMENTS

• 7+ years of machining experience.
• Aviation MRO experience.
• Experience machining or repairing aircraft components.

OTHER

The selected applicant will be subject to a background check and DOT drug testing.