NC Machinist

Advanced Technologies Inc.; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Technologies Inc. in Newport News is looking for an experienced NC Machinist to set up and operate 3-axis CNC machines. You will work in a dynamic environment where you will fabricate parts according to technical drawings and ensure quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of CNC machining experience, a strong understanding of shop mathematics, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. The role requires strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of precision machining techniques.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience operating CNC milling machines.
• Extensive knowledge of shop mathematics.
• Able to operate with minimum supervision.

Responsibilities

• Set up 3-axis CNC machines per guidelines.
• Fabricate parts according to drawings.
• Verify material dimensions match specifications.

Skills

Operating 3- and 5-axis CNC milling machines

Knowledge of shop mathematics

Detail oriented

Precision machining techniques

Familiar with CNC operations

Education

3+ years CNC machining experience

Tools

Fanuc controllers

Haas controllers

Heidenhain controllers

Fagor controllers

Job description

Job Title: NC Machinist

Annual Salary: $52K to $70K

Main Shift Schedules

• First Shift: 6:30am – 3:00pm
• Second Shift: 3:00pm – 11:30pm

Ad Updated

May 29, 2026

Overview

Understand and follow oral and written instructions from immediate supervisor or above. Under general supervision, be responsible for the machine work assigned. Assist other machinists as needed. Interpret drawings, sketches, and verbal instructions to fabricate component parts of models or test equipment.

Specific Duties Performed

• Review drawings, checking material and dimensions.
• Verify that material dimensions match travelers.
• Set up 3-axis CNC machines based on the appropriate guidelines, procedures and practices which relate to machine technology and its disciplines.
• Load machine with work pieces.
• Configure machines: enter instructions, set tool registers, offsets, and calculate requirements using such instruments as micrometers and calipers.
• Fabricate parts to reflect the tolerance and dimensions indicated on the drawings. Report deviations to the project manager or supervisor.Verify completed parts reflect the dimensions on drawings.
• Operate NC machines such as horizontal & vertical machining centers, EDMs, etc.

Physical Abilities

• Required to talk, hear, or otherwise communicate.
• Required to utilize visual acuity to use a monitor and keyboard, operate equipment, and read technical information.
• Required to utilize hand and finger dexterity to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls to exact positions.
• Required to navigate the facility.
• Must be able to stand for 8-hour shift.
• Required to sit, bend, stoop, or kneel.
• Required to lift/push/carry items up to 50 pounds.
• Occasionally work around fumes or airborne particles.
• Occasionally work around loud noise.
• Must have near vision to see details at close range.
• Must be able to climb stair platform repeatedly during an 8-hour shift to set up job work pieces.
• Must be able to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls to exact positions.
• Must be able to wear a half-mask respirator.

Education And Qualifications

• Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates experience operating 3‑ and 5‑axis CNC milling machines, typically 3+ years.
• Extensive knowledge of shop mathematics.
• Work with minimum supervision.
• Detail oriented.
• Broad knowledge of precision machining techniques and CNC operations, ability to select appropriate cutting tools.
• Familiar with numerical controlled processes, manual data input, tooling offsets, conversion controllers, etc.
• Experience with controllers such as: Fanuc, Haas, Heidenhain, Fagor etc.
• Familiar with the use of precision measuring instruments: outside/inside micrometers, depth mics, verniers, etc.
• Familiar with threading and the various measuring/gauging requirements drilling/tapping processes.
• Ability to comprehend complex mechanical drawings and blueprints.

The NC Machinist reports to the Machine Shop Supervisor.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. ATI is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/V/D.