CNC Machinist II

Ascent Aerospace; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401k Match

Job summary

A prominent aerospace manufacturing firm in Irvine, California is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to operate 5-axis CNC Mills for tooling and parts production. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in CNC operations and be proficient with Fanuc controls. Responsibilities include setting up machines, inspecting quality of parts, and collaborating with engineering teams. This role offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, and a 401k match.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience operating full 5-Axis CNC mills.
• Proficient with Fanuc 15MB and 30i controls or Heidenhain.
• Ability to read blueprints and perform set-ups.

Responsibilities

• Sets-up and operates CNC Mills to manufacture tooling and parts.
• Inspects machined parts for quality control.
• Acts as a liaison with Engineering and Quality Inspection teams.

Skills

Operating 5-axis CNC mills

Fanuc controls

Blueprint reading

Machining Invar and Aluminum

Technical aptitude

Tools

Fanuc 15MB controls

Heidenhain controls

Manual inspection equipment

Job description

Ascent Aerospace – Inspiring the next generation of flight!

Summary Of Position

Under minimum shop supervision, accurately and efficiently sets-up and operates 5-axis CNC Mills to manufacture tooling and parts.

Essential Functions

This document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position.

• Performs sets-up and operates a 5-axis CNC Mill to provide quality parts and tooling.
• Interprets and follows engineering planning.
• Performs inspection of machined parts.
• Performs MDIs on programs when necessary.
• Interfaces and partners with Engineering, Programming and Quality Inspection as necessary.
• Clearly interfaces and establishes effective communication with opposite shift via logbook, verbal communication, and shift interchanges.
• Performs troubleshooting of quality errors to assist in the root cause and correction process.
• Informs and escalates issues to the Supervisor accordingly and refrains from making modifications to the program without seeking proper approval.
• Participates in 6S programs and maintains work area, tools, and equipment in a neat, clean, and orderly manner.
• Any additional duties as reasonably assigned by management.

Required Skills, Education & Experience

• 2+ years of experience operating full 5-Axis CNC mills.
• Proficient with Fanuc 15MB and 30i controls (Siemens 840D a plus) or Heidenhain.
• Ability to read blueprints, maintain tolerances, and be able to perform own set‑ups.
• Experience machining Invar, Aluminum, Composite and Graphite materials.
• Knowledge and understanding of machining techniques and processes.
• Technical aptitude and excellent judgment skills.
• Ability to use manual inspection equipment e.g., Micrometers, Calipers, Bore Gages, etc.
• Ability to MDI (Manual Data Input) hole patterns and radii.
• Thorough understanding of machining different materials and the ability to calculate spindle speed, machining feedrates, and proper chip load.
• Knowledge of GD&T, shop math (including trigonometry), and blueprint reading.
• This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22.C.F.R. is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• CNC Machinist Certification.
• Forklift and crane experience and certification.
• Knowledge of advanced cutting tool technology.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

None

Travel Requirements

Most travel is primarily local during the business day. Some projects may require travel out of the area and overnight stays.

Working Conditions

• Typically sits for extended periods at a computer workstation.
• May access and work in the manufacturing plant.
• While performing the duties of this job, employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes and airborne particles.
• The employee may be exposed to vibration.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• May be required to travel to other site locations as projects require.
• May be required to work weekends to meet department and business demands.
• Work with safe manufacturing processes and understand that eyewear is mandatory in the manufacturing area.
• Knows that safety shoes are recommended in the manufacturing area.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

• Must be able to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Must be able to see, talk, hear, touch, feel and reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to frequently walk & stand for short periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 35 pounds, occasionally lift and move objects up to 50 lbs.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• PTO
• 401k Match

Special Requirements

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing an employee reference check, criminal background check, and drug screening.

This position requires use of information that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., ‘Green Card Holder’).

Ascent Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please call toll‑free +1 586‑726‑0500. This phone number is created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

No Unauthorized Referrals from Recruiters & Vendors

Please note that Ascent Aerospace does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or offers from third party recruiters or staffing agencies associated with any published or unpublished employment opportunities. Any unsolicited information sent to Ascent Aerospace will be considered as unencumbered and free from any fee or charge whatsoever. Only members of our Human Resources Team have the authority to engage or authorize recruiting services, which must be agreed upon before the unsolicited resume or offer is received.