CNC Mill/Lathe Programmer & Setup

MS Aerospace; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Job summary

A.S. Aerospace Inc. in Santa Clarita, CA seeks a skilled CNC Mill/Lathe Programmer & Setup Technician to program, set up, and optimize milling and turning operations for aerospace fasteners and tooling.

The role collaborates with Engineering, Quality, Tooling, and Production to meet customer specifications and AS Aerospace quality standards. The ideal candidate has extensive experience with CNC mills and lathes in a high-precision environment, strong G-code knowledge, and a track record of

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Certificate or degree in Machining Technology, Manufacturing Technology, CNC Programming, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of CNC programming and setup experience in a precision manufacturing environment.
• Experience with both CNC milling and CNC turning operations.
• Aerospace manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Experience manufacturing aerospace fasteners, precision machined components, tooling, or similar products preferred.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAM software and CNC machine controls.
• Strong understanding of G-Code programming and machine setup procedures.
• Experience with tight-tolerance machining and precision inspection methods.
• Familiarity with AS9100 and aerospace quality requirements preferred.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate CNC mills and lathes to manufacture aerospace fasteners, tooling, fixtures.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and customer requirements.
• Develop machining processes, tooling strategies, setup sheets, and program documentation for new and existing products.
• Select cutting tools, work holding, fixtures, and machining methods to achieve quality, efficiency, and cost objectives.
• Perform machine setups, first article inspections, and process validations prior to production release.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, programming, and quality issues to minimize downtime and maintain production schedules.
• Optimize cycle times, tool life, and machine utilization while maintaining product quality requirements.
• Perform program edits and process improvements to improve productivity and reduce manufacturing costs.
• Verify dimensional compliance using precision measuring equipment including micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, height gauges, thread gauges, optical comparators, and other inspection instruments.
• Maintain compliance with all AS Aerospace quality procedures and manufacturing standards.
• Support First Article Inspection (FAI), production validation, and customer quality requirements.
• Collaborate with Engineering to improve manufacturability and develop efficient machining solutions.
• Assist in the design, fabrication, and maintenance of tooling, fixtures, and production support equipment.
• Monitor tooling performance and recommend improvements to increase tool life and machining efficiency.
• Communicate machine maintenance concerns and equipment issues to supervision and maintenance personnel.
• Train and mentor operators and setup personnel on machining processes, tooling, and best practices.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.
• Maintain accurate production records, setup documentation, and program revisions.

Skills

CNC programming

CNC setup

Aerospace manufacturing

CAD/CAM

G-code

Inspection methods

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Machining Technology / Manufacturing Technology Certificate or Degree

Tools

CAD/CAM software

CNC machine controls

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: SANTA CLARITA, CA 91530, Education Level: Not Specified, Salary Range: $83,000.00 - $104,000.00 Salary/year, Job Shift: Day

A.S. Aerospace Inc. manufactures high strength specialty fasteners, including nuts, bolts, screws, studs, and pins. Our products are of the highest quality and very close tolerances. Our products support the US Government and the most demanding customers in the aviation industry.

We have positions open both the day and evening. Join one of the fastest-growing aerospace companies in the Santa Clarita Valley!

We offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401K.

CNC Mill/Lathe Programmer & Setup

Department: CNC Lathe

Department/ Area: Machine Shop CNC - Mills

Position Summary: The CNC Mill/Lathe Programmer & Setup Technician is responsible for programming, setting up, and optimizing CNC milling and turning operations used in the manufacture of aerospace fasteners, components, tooling, and production support. This position works closely with Engineering, Quality, Tooling, and Production to ensure all products are manufactured in accordance with customer requirements, engineering specifications, and AS Aerospace quality standards.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience programming, setting up and troubleshooting CNC mills and lathes in a high-precision manufacturing environment and be capable of independently developing machining processes, selecting tooling, troubleshooting manufacturing issues, and improving overall productivity is a crucial part of the daily tasks. The successful candidate must demonstrate a strong understanding of aerospace manufacturing requirements, close-tolerance machining, and continuous improvement principles.

Daily tasks:

• Program, set up, and operate CNC mills and lathes to manufacture aerospace fasteners, tooling, fixtures.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and customer requirements.
• Develop machining processes, tooling strategies, setup sheets, and program documentation for new and existing products.
• Select cutting tools, work holding, fixtures, and machining methods to achieve quality, efficiency, and cost objectives.
• Perform machine setups, first article inspections, and process validations prior to production release.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, programming, and quality issues to minimize downtime and maintain production schedules.
• Optimize cycle times, tool life, and machine utilization while maintaining product quality requirements.
• Perform program edits and process improvements to improve productivity and reduce manufacturing costs.
• Verify dimensional compliance using precision measuring equipment including micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, height gauges, thread gauges, optical comparators, and other inspection instruments.
• Maintain compliance with all AS Aerospace quality procedures and manufacturing standards.
• Support First Article Inspection (FAI), production validation, and customer quality requirements.
• Collaborate with Engineering to improve manufacturability and develop efficient machining solutions.
• Assist in the design, fabrication, and maintenance of tooling, fixtures, and production support equipment.
• Monitor tooling performance and recommend improvements to increase tool life and machining efficiency.
• Communicate machine maintenance concerns and equipment issues to supervision and maintenance personnel.
• Train and mentor operators and setup personnel on machining processes, tooling, and best practices.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.
• Maintain accurate production records, setup documentation, and program revisions.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and housekeeping requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Certificate or degree in Machining Technology, Manufacturing Technology, CNC Programming, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of CNC programming and setup experience in a precision manufacturing environment.
• Experience with both CNC milling and CNC turning operations.
• Aerospace manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Experience manufacturing aerospace fasteners, precision machined components, tooling, or similar products preferred.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAM software and CNC machine controls.
• Strong understanding of G-Code programming and machine setup procedures.
• Experience with tight-tolerance machining and precision inspection methods.
• Familiarity with AS9100 and aerospace quality requirements preferred.

Working Conditions:

Standing and walking to monitor several machines. The candidate will provide instructions to users.

Success Factors:

• Setup efficiency and machine uptime
• Program accuracy and process repeatability
• Product quality and reduction of nonconforming material
• On-time completion of production schedules
• Cycle time and productivity improvements
• Tool life optimization and cost reduction
• Support of AS Aerospace's continuous improvement objectives

Position Requirements:

This is a full-time position requiring an 8-hour shift, Monday through Friday. Overtime may be required depending on production needs. Regular attendance is an essential job function

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by his or her supervisor.

A.S. Aerospace Inc. is and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

A.S. Aerospace Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirement of Los Angeles Municipal Code, Chapter XVIII, Article 9.

A.S. Aerospace Inc. 21095 Centre Pointe Pkwy, Santa Clarita, CA 91350