Optics CNC Machinist & Programmer – Space-Grade Projects

Aerodyne Industries, LLC; Greenbelt (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerodyne Industries, LLC in Greenbelt, MD, is seeking a CNC Optical Machinist who will program and operate milling/turning machines to manufacture precision optical components. The role requires learning heritage and modern optical fabrication, metrology, and SPDT techniques, with a focus on tight tolerances and quality documentation.

The candidate will manage lab spaces at GSFC, maintain equipment, produce process logs, and generate project reports for customers.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in operation and 3 years CNC programming on mills/lathes.
• Experience with machine centers (Mazak, Haas, Fadal, Yasnac, Fanuc, etc.).
• Ability to verify parts using calipers, micrometers, and inspection tools.
• Proficient with edge finders, indicators, and metrology equipment.
• Proficient with multiple CAD programs for part fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Operate machine tools to fabricate parts per engineering drawings.
• Verify conformance of work pieces to specifications.
• Maintain shop safety and cleanliness; report hazards.
• Generate CNC documentation and part data from drawings.
• Collaborate with team to calibrate and maintain equipment.

Skills

CNC machining

Blueprint reading

Metrology

Shop math

Safety compliance

Tools

Vericut

CAD programs

Job description

Aerodyne Industries, LLC in Greenbelt, MD, is seeking a CNC Optical Machinist who will program and operate milling/turning machines to manufacture precision optical components. The role requires learning heritage and modern optical fabrication, metrology, and SPDT techniques, with a focus on tight tolerances and quality documentation.

The candidate will manage lab spaces at GSFC, maintain equipment, produce process logs, and generate project reports for customers.