CNC Machinist/Programmer–Aerospace

AppleOne Employment Services; California; On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services seeks an experienced CNC Machinist/Programmer for aerospace components in Valencia, CA. This first shift, temp-to-hire role requires strong Mastercam programming and precision machining for tight-tolerance parts.

You will program, set up, and operate CNC Mills and Lathes, read blueprints/GD&T, and collaborate with engineering and quality teams to ensure part compliance and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Program CNC Mills and Lathes using Mastercam.
• Set up and operate CNC equipment for aerospace components.
• Machine parts to tight tolerances per blueprints.
• Inspect finished parts with precision instruments.
• Experience: 6–10 years in CNC machining.
• Strong Mastercam programming experience required.
• Aerospace or precision machining background required.
• Ability to read blueprints, GD&T, work instructions.
• Experience selecting tooling, speeds, feeds, and sequences.
• Offsets, tool changes, troubleshooting, and program adjustments.

Responsibilities

• Create, edit, and optimize CNC programs using Mastercam for aerospace components.
• Set up and operate CNC Mills and/or Lathes to produce parts per specs.
• Read blueprints, GD&T, travelers, and technical docs.
• Select tooling, speeds, feeds, and sequences to improve quality/efficiency.
• Perform offsets, tool changes, and program adjustments during production.
• Inspect finished parts using calipers, micrometers, gauges.

Skills

Mastercam

CNC Milling

CNC Turning

GD&T

Blueprint reading

Measurement tools

Aerospace

Problem solving

Teamwork

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced CNC Machinist/Programmer, Aerospace for a temp-to-hire opportunity in Valencia, CA. This 1st shift role is ideal for a precision machining professional with strong Mastercam programming experience and a background producing tight-tolerance aerospace components.

In this role, you will program, set up, and operate CNC Mills and/or Lathes in a quality-focused aerospace manufacturing environment. This is a strong opportunity for a skilled machinist who values stable work, technical challenge, teamwork, and the ability to contribute directly to high-quality aerospace production. The environment is best suited for someone who takes pride in craftsmanship, follows detailed procedures, and works well with engineering, quality, and production teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, edit, and optimize CNC programs using Mastercam for precision aerospace components.
• Set up and operate CNC Mills and/or CNC Lathes to produce parts to blueprint specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, work instructions, travelers, and technical documentation.
• Select tooling, speeds, feeds, and machining sequences to improve quality and efficiency.
• Perform offsets, tool changes, troubleshooting, and program adjustments during production.
• Inspect finished parts using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other precision measuring tools.

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation: $35.00 to $40.00 per year.
• Job Type: Temp-to-Hire.
• Schedule: 1st shift.
• Location: Valencia, CA.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Program CNC Mills and/or Lathes using Mastercam.
• Set up and operate CNC equipment for aerospace component production.
• Machine precision parts to tight tolerances and blueprint requirements.
• Inspect completed parts using precision measuring instruments.
• 6 to 10 years of CNC machining experience.
• Strong Mastercam programming experience is required.
• Aerospace or precision machining experience is required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, work instructions, and travelers.
• Experience selecting tooling, speeds, feeds, and machining sequences.
• Skilled in offsets, tool changes, troubleshooting, and program adjustments.
• Proficiency with calipers, micrometers, gauges, and related inspection tools.
• Understanding of aerospace quality standards, safety procedures, and AS9100 requirements.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, problem-solving ability, and commitment to quality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in an AS9100 aerospace manufacturing environment.
• Experience machining complex tight-tolerance aerospace components.
• Ability to support process improvements, reduce cycle times, and optimize machining efficiency.

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

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We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.