CNC Machinist

J & S Plating and Repair; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Annual performance review and bonus

Job summary

J & S Plating and Repair in Grand Prairie, TX, seeks an experienced CNC Machinist for precision aerospace component repair. The role focuses on setting up and operating CNC mills/lathes, interpreting drawings and repair docs, and ensuring first-piece and in-process inspections meet tight tolerances.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in CNC machining, strong tooling knowledge, and the ability to troubleshoot while maintaining high quality.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of CNC machining experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and understand GD&T.
• Strong understanding of tooling, workholding, feeds, and speeds.
• Experience making setup adjustments and troubleshooting machining issues.
• Ability to inspect your own work using precision measuring equipment.
• English language proficiency and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC mills and/or lathes.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and repair documentation.
• Set work offsets, tool offsets, and wear compensation.
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections.
• Machine close-tolerance aerospace components.
• Troubleshoot tooling, setup, and machining issues.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

CNC machining

Blueprints & GD&T

Setup & operation

Inspection & metrology

Independent work

English proficiency

Education

CAD Certification

Job description

At a glance

Company: J & S Plating and Repair

Location: Grand Prairie, TX 75050

Pay: $25.00+/hour (based on experience)

Job Type: Full-Time

Shift: Day Shift

Experience: 5+ years of CNC machining experience

Applications close October 2, 2026 — please apply soon so there's time to schedule an interview.

Why this job is worth considering

This is precision repair and overhaul work on aircraft engine and propeller components, not repetitive production machining. J & S Plating and Repair operates an FAA Part 145 repair station in Grand Prairie, where setups, workholding, and machining strategy matter as much as running the cycle, and every job can bring a different challenge. We're looking for an experienced CNC Machinist who enjoys solving machining problems and wants to help develop better repair processes over time, working on close-tolerance aerospace components rather than the same part day after day.

What you'll be doing

Your primary responsibility is setting up and operating CNC machines to manufacture and repair precision aerospace components.

• Set up and operate CNC mills and/or lathes
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and repair documentation
• Set work offsets, tool offsets, and wear compensation
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections
• Machine close-tolerance aerospace components
• Troubleshoot tooling, setup, and machining issues
• Maintain a clean and organized work area

What we’re looking for

Required

• Minimum 5 years of CNC machining experience
• Experience setting up and operating CNC mills and/or lathes
• Ability to read blueprints and understand GD&T
• Strong understanding of tooling, workholding, feeds, and speeds
• Experience making setup adjustments and troubleshooting machining issues
• Ability to inspect your own work using precision measuring equipment
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently
• CAD Certification
• English language proficiency
• Able to pass a drug screen before starting work

Preferred

• Experience designing or modifying fixtures and workholding
• Conversational or G-code programming experience
• Manual machining experience
• Aerospace machining experience
• Low-volume or repair machining background
• Process improvement experience

Pay, benefits and schedule

Pay starts at $25.00 per hour and increases based on experience. This is a full-time, day-shift position paid bi-weekly.

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Annual performance review and bonus

About J & S Plating and Repair and apply

J & S Plating and Repair is an FAA Part 145 repair station in Grand Prairie, Texas, specializing in the repair and overhaul of aircraft engine and propeller components, with a dedicated plating facility in Farmersville. The shop's capabilities include CNC machining, precision grinding, NDT inspection, shot peening, specialized coatings, and electroplating, supporting major aviation customers and engine programs. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.