Onsite CNC Grinder - Precision Aerospace Machinist

RTCA; West Chatsworth (CA); On-site; USD 80,231,000 - 100,289,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

RTCA, a precision aerospace and defense manufacturer in Chatsworth, CA, seeks a mid‑level CNC Grinder to set up, operate, troubleshoot, and inspect parts to meet strict specifications. You will work on a full‑time, onsite basis, collaborating with a skilled team to maintain world‑class quality and safety in a dynamic shop environment.

The role requires 3–5 years of CNC experience, ability to read drawings, and skilled use of precision measuring tools.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years CNC machining or grinding experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to independently set up and operate CNC machines.
• Proficiency with precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, indicators).
• Strong reading of engineering/manufacturing drawings.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC grinding machines per work orders, blueprints, and specs.
• Start and monitor machines to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions and report discrepancies.
• Perform first-article inspections and adjust as needed.
• Verify finished parts against specs with calipers and micrometers.
• Adjust speeds, feeds, and depth of cut for quality and efficiency.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and tolerances.
• Identify production or quality issues and escalate when needed.
• Complete tasks within timeframes with moderate supervision.
• Assist in training entry-level operators as needed.
• Follow all safety guidelines and proper use of equipment.
• Perform miscellaneous duties in the machine shop as assigned.

Skills

CNC grinding

CNC setup

Inspection tools

Engineering drawings

Manual dexterity

Education

Certificate in basic machining

Machine shop training

Tools

MS Applications

Job description

RTCA, a precision aerospace and defense manufacturer in Chatsworth, CA, seeks a mid‑level CNC Grinder to set up, operate, troubleshoot, and inspect parts to meet strict specifications. You will work on a full‑time, onsite basis, collaborating with a skilled team to maintain world‑class quality and safety in a dynamic shop environment.

The role requires 3–5 years of CNC experience, ability to read drawings, and skilled use of precision measuring tools.