Precision CNC Lathe Setup Machinist – Aerospace Focus

Talon Precision; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation, holidays and sick days

Paid training and cross-training

A clean, safe, well-equipped shop

Job summary

Talon Precision in Milford, CT is seeking a CNC Lathe Setup Machinist to set up and run 2-axis and multi-axis lathes, producing precision shafts and fittings for aerospace, defense and medical customers. You own the part from bar stock to first article, including set-ups, offsets and the tenth.

You will read blueprints, edit G-code, inspect with precision tools, and work with the team to keep production moving smoothly in a clean, well‑equipped shop.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of CNC lathe set-up experience.
• Familiarity with Fanuc or similar CNC controls.
• Working knowledge of G-code programming.
• Able to read blueprints.
• Skilled with micrometers, calipers, indicators, and gages.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy and precision; works well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run 2-axis and multi-axis CNC lathes, including bar-fed and live-tooling work.
• Operate CNC controls (such as Fanuc) and edit G-code programs as needed.
• Read blueprints and job travelers to plan set-ups and verify part requirements.
• Machine aerospace alloys such as aluminum, Inconel and stainless steel to tight tolerances.
• Verify first piece and production dimensions with precision measuring instruments and gages.
• Cut precision internal and external threads and check them with thread gages.
• Work with quality and the team to keep production moving efficiently.

Skills

CNC lathe setup

Fanuc controls

G-code programming

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Thread inspection

Tools

Gages/micrometers/calipers

Live tooling at lathe

Job description

Talon Precision in Milford, CT is seeking a CNC Lathe Setup Machinist to set up and run 2-axis and multi-axis lathes, producing precision shafts and fittings for aerospace, defense and medical customers. You own the part from bar stock to first article, including set-ups, offsets and the tenth.

You will read blueprints, edit G-code, inspect with precision tools, and work with the team to keep production moving smoothly in a clean, well‑equipped shop.