CNC Set-Up Machinist – Aerospace On‑Machine Programmer

Aerodyn Engineering, LLC; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Health insurance

Bonus

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Dental/vision

401k match

Overtime pay

Job summary

Aerodyn Engineering, located in Indianapolis, IN, is seeking a CNC Machinist/On Machine Programmer to machine tight-tolerance aerospace hardware.

You will read blueprints, write or adjust programs at the machine using Mastercam and SolidWorks, set up tooling, and verify parts with CMM and calipers before handoff. This full-time role requires 1st or 2nd shift and offers strong benefits.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of machinist experience in R&D or low-volume manufacturing.
• Aerospace experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of G&M code programming (Mastercam/NX).

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and job routers to hit tight dimensional tolerances on complex aerospace hardware.
• Write and adjust CNC programs at the machine using Mastercam and SolidWorks.
• Perform machine setups with a range of tooling — soft/hard jaws, collet chucks, specialty fixtures.
• Machine and deliver high-quality parts in demanding aerospace materials (Hastelloy, Inconel, 17-4 PH, etc.).
• Program feeds, speeds, and depth of cut to match material specs and tooling guidelines.
• Measure finished parts using CMM, calipers, bore gauges, pins, and micrometers before handoff.
• Identify and stage tooling ahead of each setup to avoid machine downtime.
• Partner with Manufacturing on troubleshooting, time estimates, and creative fixturing solutions.
• Keep ERP documentation and time entry current for accurate scheduling.

Skills

G&M code programming

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving under tight tolerances

Self-directed

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Mastercam

SolidWorks

Job description

Aerodyn Engineering, located in Indianapolis, IN, is seeking a CNC Machinist/On Machine Programmer to machine tight-tolerance aerospace hardware.

You will read blueprints, write or adjust programs at the machine using Mastercam and SolidWorks, set up tooling, and verify parts with CMM and calipers before handoff. This full-time role requires 1st or 2nd shift and offers strong benefits.