Aerospace CNC Machinist - Precision Machining - Princeton, FL

Wencor Group LLC; Princeton (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Silver Wings Aerospace in Homestead/Princeton, FL is seeking a skilled machinist to support our growing MRO operations. You will set up and operate machine tools to fabricate, modify, or repair metal parts, reading blueprints and following tooling instructions.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of machinist experience, familiar with IDG/CSD machining and rework, and knowledge of machine tools, metals, and quality control practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3–5 years' machinist experience required; 5–10 years preferred.
• Must read and write English.
• Flexibility to work beyond 40 hours/week as required.
• Experience with MRO production processes.

Responsibilities

• Performs set up and operation of machine tools to machine metallic and nonmetallic work pieces according to specifications, tooling instructions, and standard charts.
• Reads blueprint or job orders for product specifications, such as dimensions and tolerances, and tooling instructions, such as fixtures, feed rates, cutting speeds, depth of cut and determines sequence of operations.
• Positions and secures work pieces in holding device, machine table, chuck, centers, or fixtures, using clamps and wrenches.
• Observes operation of machine and verifies conformance of machined work piece to specifications, using measuring instruments, such as fixed gauges, calipers, and micrometers.
• Operates bench grinder to sharpen tools.
• Sets up and operates machines and equipment other than machine tools, such as welding machines and flame-cutting equipment.

Skills

Machining knowledge

Reading blueprints

IDG/CSD machining

Tool fabrication experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

FAA repair station tools

Job description

Join Silver Wings Aerospace - (Homestead/Princeton, FL) Ready to be part of an industry that keeps the world moving? Silver Wings Aerospace is looking for a reliable, detail-oriented Team member to join our growing team in South Florida. Based in Princeton, Florida, Silver Wings Aerospace is a trusted name in aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO). We specialize in Power Generation systems (IDGs, Generators, CSDs), Hydraulic Pumps, Fuel Pumps, and Electrical Accessories-supporting airlines and operators around the globe. What sets us apart? It's our people and expertise. With decades of hands-on experience, advanced in-house engineering, and skilled technicians, we deliver high-quality, reliable component repairs that our customers depend on every day. If you're looking for a role where your work supports a fast-paced, high-impact industry-and where you can grow your skills alongside experienced professionals-Silver Wings Aerospace is the place to be.

Overview:

To perform functions assigned in the set up and operation of machine tools applying knowledge of machining methods. Precision instrument makers who fabricates, modify, or repair mechanical instruments. May also fabricate and modify parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs set up and operation of machine tools to machine metallic and nonmetallic work pieces according to specifications, tooling instructions, and standard charts, applying knowledge of machining methods.
• Reads blueprint or job orders for product specifications, such as dimensions and tolerances, and tooling instructions, such as fixtures, feed rates, cutting speeds, depth of cut and determines sequence of operations.
• Positions and secures work pieces in holding device, machine table, chuck, centers, or fixtures, using clamps and wrenches. Moves controls to position tool and work piece in relation to each other, and to set specified feeds, speeds and depth of cut.
• Observes operation of machine and verifies conformance of machined work piece to specifications, using measuring instruments, such as fixed gauges, calipers, and micrometers.
• Operates bench grinder to sharpen tools.
• Sets up and operates machines and equipment other than machine tools, such as welding machines and flame-cutting equipment.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• FAA repair station Tool fabrication experience
• IDG/CSD machining and rework experience

Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Three to five years' experience as a machinist required, five to ten years of experience preferred.
• Must read and write the English language.
• Flexibility to work beyond 40 hours/week as required.
• Represents strong familiarity to MRO production processes.

Language Skills:

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to add, subtracts, multiply, and divides in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Skills:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Demands: Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Requires sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
• Requires frequent walking, bending, stooping, climbing, and balancing.
• Requires occasional reaching above shoulder level, kneeling or squatting.
• Requires frequent lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling weight up to 50 pounds.
• Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity.
• Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
• Regularly required to use hands and fingers.
• Works in moderate noise levels.

Protective Equipment Required:

Goggles, safety glasses, face shields, ear protection, aprons, gloves, respirators, breathing equipment per safety data sheet which will be provided by company.

Potential Hazards:

Exposure to high intensity noise levels, extreme changes in temperature, airborne substances such as glass beads or metal shavings, materials identified on Material Safety Data Sheets, working around moving machinery.