CNC Machinist - Direct Hire

Aerotek; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Vision Coverage

Dental Coverage

401k Matching

Paid Time Off

HSA

PPO options

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a CNC Machinist in San Diego, CA, for a direct-hire role. You will set up CNC lathes and mills, edit programs at the machine, and ensure accuracy with GD&T and precise measurement tools. The position operates in an ITAR facility manufacturing composite parts for aerospace customers.

The role emphasizes 9x80 schedules, on-site work, and a competitive pay range with full medical, dental, and 401k benefits. First shift starts early morning with potential Saturday work.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of experience running 3, 4, and 5 axis mills.
• Direct experience machining high-speed aluminum, mold tooling metals, forgings, and castings.
• Experience with titanium, stainless steel, and aluminum.
• Proficient in reading blueprints and applying GD&T.
• Familiar with calipers and CAD/CAM applications.

Responsibilities

• Set up CNC Lathes and Mills, as well as manual Lathe and Mills machines.
• Make small edits to CNC programs directly at the machine without CIMCO or CAD/CAM applications.
• Proof CNC programs at the machine for errors.
• Adjust tools using cutter comps.
• Apply knowledge of feeds and speeds for endmills and drills across materials including tool steels, aluminum, and composites.
• Measure parts using precision measurement hand tools.
• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications.
• Make decisions on when to change cutting tools and define tool life limits.
• Utilize PPE in the shop.
• Familiarize with G and M codes used in CNC machines.
• Use tool setters to set height and minimize runout.

Skills

3-5 axis milling

Blueprint reading with GD&T

Feeds and speeds

Precision measurement

CAD/CAM familiarity

Titanium/stainless/aluminum machining

Tools

CAD/CAM applications

CIMCO

Job description

CNC Machinist - Direct Hire

Job Description

The role involves creating molds and production parts for the composites department. You will operate machines to set up and mass-produce a volume of parts, facilitating the completion of composite molds.

Responsibilities

• Set up CNC Lathes and Mills, as well as manual Lathe and Mills machines.
• Make small edits to CNC programs directly at the machine without using CIMCO or any CAD/CAM application.
• Proof CNC programs at the machine for errors.
• Adjust tools using cutter comps.
• Apply knowledge of feeds and speeds for endmills and drills across various materials, including tool steels, aluminum, and composites.
• Measure parts using precision measurement hand tools.
• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications.
• Make decisions on when to change cutting tools and define tool life limits.
• Utilize appropriate PPE gear while working in the shop.
• Familiarize with the G and M codes used in CNC machines.
• Use tool setters to set height and minimize runout.

Essential Skills

• 3-5+ years of experience running 3, 4, and 5 axis mills.
• Direct experience machining high-speed aluminum, mold tooling metals, forgings, and castings.
• Previous experience working with titanium, stainless steel, and aluminum.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints and applying GD&T principles.
• Knowledge of calipers and CAD/CAM applications.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with light numerical control edits on 3, 4, and 5 axis mills and CNC lathes.
• Familiarity with B and/or C axis rotary tables and/or indexing part fixture CNC machining.
• Demonstrated knowledge of mathematics and basic machining skills.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a 9x80 schedule, excellent matching benefits for 401k with a 6% match, potential yearly bonuses based on site performance, and comprehensive medical plans including HMO, PPO, or Kaiser-based options. Enjoy a week of sick time upfront, accrue PTO, and work in a tight-knit team focused on collaboration and variety in tasks.

Work Environment

The role follows a 9x80 schedule, with future work anticipated to be on the 1st shift starting at 5am and ending at 2:30pm, with Fridays ending at 1:30pm. There may be occasional work on Saturdays. The position is based in an ITAR facility manufacturing composite parts for aerospace companies.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of San Diego, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $72800.00 - $83200.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

• Medical Coverage
• Open Access HSA, HRA & PPO
• Stop Health - Virtual Care
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Basic Life & Voluntary Term Life Insurance with AD&D
• Optional spouse and child life insurance
• Disability Insurance, LTD & STD
• Financial & Voluntary Plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Fidelity 401k
• Wellness & Other Programs
• Annual Wellness Incentive
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet Wellness
• Acrisure Passport Discount Program
• Legal Protection
• Identify Theft Protection
• Lifemart and Passport Discount Programs

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 21, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.