CNC Machinist - Milling 1st Shift

Applied Aerospace & Defense; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Aerospace & Defense in Manchester, CT, seeks a skilled CNC Machinist to produce aerospace components to precise specifications.

The role requires 3–5 years of CNC machining experience, ability to read work instructions, GD&T, and use precision measuring tools. Candidates should demonstrate good math skills, verbal and written communication, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years CNC machining experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably aerospace.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written and oral work instructions in English.
• Knowledge of metal properties and basic measuring tools is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret work instructions, fixtures, tooling info, and part loading steps.
• Set up and operate multi-axis milling centers per engineering specifications, GD&T, and instructions.
• Perform routine maintenance, maintain clean work area, and report malfunctions.
• Read blueprints and travelers, verify dimensions with gauges and micrometers.

Skills

Reading work instructions

GD&T

Measuring devices

Math skills

Verbal & written communication

Teamwork

Tools

G-code

CNC controls

Job description

About the Organization Applied Aerospace & Defense (Applied) is a premier provider of advanced design, engineering, and vertically integrated manufacturing solutions for leading and next-generation space and defense technology companies. Applied builds complex hardware for extreme operating environments and is focused on three core markets: Space and Launch Systems, Defense Aviation and Airborne Systems, and C5ISR and Precision Strike Systems. With decades of space and defense manufacturing heritage, Applied combines deep material science and IP-enabled process expertise with the ability to enable rapid prototyping, enhance new product development, and responsively scale production. Across its nationwide infrastructure of advanced manufacturing facilities, Applied continuously supports a balanced mix of next-generation technology and platform development, large scale production programs, and aftermarket sustainment for enduring platforms.

EOE Statement Applied Aerospace and Defense is an equal opportunity employer.

General Summary:

To machine precision aerospace components according to customer specifications while adhering to specific quality, production, and scheduling requirements.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Able to read and understand work instructions such as, fixture alignment, tooling info and part loading instructions.
• Set-up and operate multi-axis milling machining centers according to engineering specifications, instructions,
• GD&T, and operation sheets. Knowledge of manual machines is a plus.
• Be able to pick up work offsets and tram tools to run true.
• Understand cutter compensation and can make the correct offset adjustment to ensure a quality part.
• Select appropriate cutting tools, fixtures and tool holders for a given job.
• Perform basic edits to G code to ensure product conformity.
• Read and interpret engineering instructions, travelers, and blueprints and be familiar with geometric tolerances and principles.
• Must perform routine maintenance on assigned production equipment, i.e., maintain cleanliness of work area and machinery, check machinery fluids and alert maintenance personnel and/or supervisor of malfunctions.
• Operate lifting and handling equipment such as hand truck, pallet jack, or overhead hoist to maneuver in-process or finished components to desired location.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledgeable of in-process inspection techniques, standards, and requirements. Able to use and interpret precision
• measuring devices such as micrometers, verniers, and various hand tools, i.e., gauges to verify the accuracy of dimensional characteristics of components.
• Knowledge of metal characteristics in a production setting is desirable.
• Knowledge of programming codes is helpful.
• Machinists must have good verbal and written communication skills; good math skills and good interpersonal skills.
• Must work well with colleagues, supervision and management.
• Ability to work and problem solve independently.

Education & Experience Required:

• 3-5 years CNC machining experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably aerospace.
• Fully capable of reading, understanding, and following written and oral work instructions in English.
• Ability to lift or transfer components or objects of no more than 50 pounds.
• Basic math skills.

Position Requirements

Shift First

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Location Applied Aerospace & Defense, Manchester

Category Manufacturing

Req Number MAN-26-00026

Position CNC Machinist

Close Date

Post Internal Days 0

Number of Openings 1

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Hiring Manager(s)

This position is currently accepting applications.

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