CNC Machinist

Australia-Employment; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a CNC Machinist in Wichita, KS to set up and operate CNC milling equipment to produce small, complex precision components for prototype and low-volume aerospace applications.

You will interpret drawings and GD&T, select tooling, optimize speeds and feeds, perform multi-operation setups, inspect parts with micrometers and calipers, and collaborate with engineering to resolve manufacturability challenges.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; machining certificate or technical training preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on CNC machining experience in a precision manufacturing environment.
• Strong CNC milling experience, including independent machine setup, tool selection, offsets, and first-piece inspection.
• Experience machining small, intricate components with complex geometry and tight dimensional requirements.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, tolerances, and detailed manufacturing specifications.
• Experience with prototype, research and development, job-shop, or low-volume production work.
• Must reside within commuting distance of Wichita, Kansas.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC milling equipment to manufacture small, complex precision components.
• Produce prototype and low-volume parts used in unmanned aircraft, autonomous systems, payloads, and mechanical assemblies.
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, dimensional specifications, and manufacturing requirements.
• Determine appropriate tooling, workholding, speeds, feeds, offsets, and machining sequences.
• Perform multi-operation setups while maintaining feature-to-feature accuracy and part consistency.
• Machine complex geometries, thin walls, small features, pockets, contours, and closely located holes.
• Edit CNC programs, offsets, and cutting parameters at the machine to improve accuracy and performance.
• Create CNC programs when required, depending on the candidate’s level of experience.
• Select and safely use small-diameter cutting tools without compromising tool life or component quality.
• Inspect completed work using micrometers, calipers, height gauges, indicators, and other precision measuring equipment.
• Identify setup, tooling, programming, or dimensional issues and make the necessary corrections.
• Work closely with engineers to resolve manufacturability challenges and support design changes.
• Maintain accurate production, inspection, and material documentation.
• Follow all safety, quality, and aerospace manufacturing requirements.

Skills

CNC machining

Reading drawings

GD&T

Prototype/low-volume

First-piece inspection

Education

High school diploma or GED

Machining certificate or technical training

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Height gauges

Indicators

Job description

CNC Machinist

$25 - $35 per hour | Wichita, KS | On-site | Permanent

Small, Complex Aerospace Parts | Prototype & Low-Volume Machining

A bit about us:

Founded more than 15 years ago and based in the Wichita area, we are an advanced aerospace technology company specializing in the research, development, integration, and flight testing of autonomous unmanned aircraft systems. We develop adaptable fixed-wing and rotary-wing platforms by integrating mechanical components, sensors, payloads, autopilot technology, power distribution, and other critical subsystems. Our team supports complex research and development programs where precision, reliability, safety, and rapid product development are essential.

Why join us?

• Advanced Aerospace Work: Manufacture components used in autonomous aircraft, flight-test platforms, and integrated UAS technology
• Challenging Machining: Produce small, intricate parts with complex geometry and tight tolerances
• Prototype Environment: Work on evolving designs rather than repetitive, high-volume production
• Hands-On Impact: Collaborate directly with engineering and product-development personnel
• Variety of Work: Machine components supporting airframes, payloads, sensors, mechanical systems, and prototype assemblies
• Wichita-Based Opportunity: Join a locally based aerospace organization with deep engineering and flight-testing experience

Job Details

• Set up and operate CNC milling equipment to manufacture small, complex precision components.
• Produce prototype and low-volume parts used in unmanned aircraft, autonomous systems, payloads, and mechanical assemblies.
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, dimensional specifications, and manufacturing requirements.
• Determine appropriate tooling, workholding, speeds, feeds, offsets, and machining sequences.
• Perform multi-operation setups while maintaining feature-to-feature accuracy and part consistency.
• Machine complex geometries, thin walls, small features, pockets, contours, and closely located holes.
• Edit CNC programs, offsets, and cutting parameters at the machine to improve accuracy and performance.
• Create CNC programs when required, depending on the candidate’s level of experience.
• Select and safely use small-diameter cutting tools without compromising tool life or component quality.
• Inspect completed work using micrometers, calipers, height gauges, indicators, and other precision measuring equipment.
• Identify setup, tooling, programming, or dimensional issues and make the necessary corrections.
• Work closely with engineers to resolve manufacturability challenges and support design changes.
• Maintain accurate production, inspection, and material documentation.
• Follow all safety, quality, and aerospace manufacturing requirements.

Qualifications Needed:

• High school diploma or GED required; machining certificate or technical training is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on CNC machining experience in a precision manufacturing environment.
• Strong CNC milling experience, including independent machine setup, tool selection, offsets, and first-piece inspection.
• Experience machining small, intricate components with complex geometry and tight dimensional requirements.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, tolerances, and detailed manufacturing specifications.
• Experience with prototype, research and development, job-shop, or low-volume production work.
• Ability to use micrometers, calipers, indicators, height gauges, and other precision inspection equipment.
• Experience editing CNC programs and troubleshooting machining problems at the control.
• Ability to work effectively with engineering personnel when machining new or evolving component designs.
• Must currently reside within commuting distance of Wichita, Kansas.

Highly Preferred:

• Aerospace, aviation, defense, UAS, medical-device, or other high-precision machining experience
• CNC programming experience using G-code or CAM software
• Multi-axis or 5-axis machining experience
• Experience machining aluminum and other aerospace-grade materials
• Experience developing fixtures and workholding for small or irregularly shaped parts
• Background machining prototypes directly from engineering drawings or CAD models

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