CNC Machinist - 2nd Shift

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense; Moorpark (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD) seeks a qualified CNC Machinist in Moorpark, CA to set up and operate multi-axis lathes and mills, fabricating precision parts per blueprints. The role involves evaluating drawings, selecting tooling, and performing first-piece inspections, with run quantities from 10 to 500.

Candidates should have at least 5 years’ experience, read engineering docs, and comply with ITAR/BATFE requirements; salary range is $60k-$90k per year.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience with multi-axis CNC lathes and mills.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Experience with titanium, stainless steel, aluminum materials.
• Ability to meet ITAR and BATFE background requirements.
• Strong self-motivation and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate blueprints and develop machining strategies.
• Identify and select appropriate tooling for hardware.
• Design and create fixturing to support machining operations.
• Perform first-piece machine setups for inspection readiness.
• Verify part conformance using precision measuring equipment.
• Adjust tools and offsets based on cutting conditions.
• Apply proper methodology, feeds, speeds, and cutting parameters for various materials.
• Set up multi-spindle lathes with live tooling.
• Set up 5-axis mills through first-part verification.
• Revise programs as needed based on engineering or production changes.
• Troubleshoot CNC programming and production issues on the shop floor.
• Machine both prototype and production hardware.

Skills

Multi-axis CNC

CNC Swiss-type

GD&T

Blueprint reading

Lead experience

Titanium machining

Stainless steel machining

Aluminum machining

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mastercam

ESPRIT

Job description

Job Description

At Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD), we believe that our strengths are built on our most important resource - our people. Join EBAD and you'll be a part of a team who creates cutting edge technology that will blast us into the future. No other company can match the innovative energetic solutions that we provide. At EBAD you will actively contribute to successful missions putting men, women and satellites into space, and protecting our armed service men and women around the world. If this is the culture and work environment you are seeking, then EBAD is the place for you!

Job Details

Location: Moorpark, CA | 2nd Shift | Reports to: Machine Shop Supervisor

EBA&D seeks a qualified CNC Machinist to join our team in Moorpark, CA. This position is responsible for fabricating precision-machined parts by setting up and operating CNC machining centers and lathes in accordance with work orders, routers, and blueprints. Most parts are small in size, with run quantities ranging from 10 to 500 pieces.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate blueprints and develop machining strategies.
• Identify and select appropriate tooling for hardware.
• Design and create fixturing to support machining operations.
• Perform first-piece machine setups for inspection readiness.
• Verify part conformance using precision measuring equipment.
• Adjust tools and offsets based on cutting conditions.
• Apply proper methodology, feeds, speeds, and cutting parameters for various materials (aluminum, steel, stainless steel, titanium, etc.).
• Set up multi-spindle lathes with live tooling.
• Set up 5-axis mills through first-part verification.
• Revise programs as needed based on engineering or production changes.
• Troubleshoot CNC programming and production issues on the shop floor.
• Machine both prototype (one-off) and production hardware.
• Deburr parts as necessary.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Requirements

• Minimum high school education or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others, both verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to meet all ITAR and BATFE background requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience with multi-axis CNC lathes and mills.
• Strong background in complex machine setups.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience running manual mills and lathes with little to no supervision (preferred).
• Experience machining titanium, stainless steel, aluminum, plastics, and other standard aerospace materials.
• Experience with CNC Swiss-type (screw machines) a plus.
• Experience with ESPRIT or Mastercam programming software a plus.
• Knowledge of GD&T, blueprint reading, and inspection tools.
• Ability to work independently; prior lead experience a plus.
• Compensation: Salary Range: $60,000 - $90,000 per year. Salary is determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data

Compensation

Salary Range: $60,000 - $90,000 per year. Salary is determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data

About EBAD / EOE

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD), headquartered in Simsbury, CT with facilities in Moorpark, CA, and Graham, KY is a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions. Our capabilities include customized man-portable breaching systems; fully integrated payload system, subsystem or energetic component production; shock tube-based, signal transmission technology integrated with our highly reliable family of detonators; and armored vehicle solutions. EBAD also has extensive satellite/spacecraft and missile/aircraft/launch vehicle manufacturing capabilities for system initiation, signal transfer, separation release, actuation and deployment and flight termination. No matter what the mission, EBAD can provide tailored, customized solutions to address our customers' challenges.

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.