Precision Machinist III - Aerospace

DRT Aerospace, LLC; Sidney (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay + overtime

Day 1 benefits and 401K company match

Paid time off and holidays + floating

Career advancement opportunities

Training and professional development

Tuition reimbursement program

Stability in aerospace manufacturing

Job summary

DRT Aerospace is seeking a skilled Machinist III in Sidney, OH to set up and operate CNC mills, lathes, grinders, and related equipment for aerospace components. You will read blueprints, interpret GD&T, and ensure tight tolerances while mentoring junior machinists on best practices.

Join a team that values precision and quality. Competitive pay with bonuses, Day 1 benefits and 401K matching, and opportunities for career growth in a stable, expanding aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of machining experience in aerospace or precision environments.
• Experience with complete machine setups and independent CNC operation.
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation skills.
• Experience machining tight-tolerance aerospace components.
• Knowledge of tooling, workholding, feeds, speeds, and material characteristics.
• Proficient with precision inspection tools including micrometers, calipers, indicators, bore gauges, height gauges.
• Ability to troubleshoot tooling, machine, quality, and process-related issues.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and independent work capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC mills, lathes, grinders and related equipment.
• Manufacture complex aerospace components to exact specs and tolerances.
• Read blueprints and engineering drawings; follow GD&T requirements.
• Select tooling, fixtures, and machine offsets; adjust as needed.
• Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections with precision instruments.
• Edit CNC programs at the machine and optimize processes.
• Troubleshoot tooling, machine, and quality issues; implement fixes.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Production teams.
• Support continuous improvement and scrap reduction efforts.
• Mentor junior machinists and share best practices.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and 5S-compliant shop environment.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T interpretation

Machining processes

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical degree in Machine Tool Technology

Journeyman certification

Tools

Fanuc controls

Mazak

Okuma

Siemens controls

Haas controls

Job description

Location: Sidney, OH

Salary | Competitive Pay + Bonus + Day 1 Benefits & 401K Company Match

Shift(s) Available: Day Shift | Monday - Friday | 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Build Critical Aerospace Components with a Team That Values Precision

DRT Aerospace is looking for an experienced Precision Machinist III to join our growing manufacturing team. In this role, you will set up, operate, troubleshoot, and optimize CNC and conventional machining equipment to produce complex, close-tolerance components used in aerospace and defense applications.

This is an opportunity for a highly skilled machinist who enjoys solving technical challenges, machining precision parts, mentoring others, and making a direct impact on quality and production performance.

Why Join DRT Aerospace?

At DRT Aerospace, you'll be part of a team that manufactures critical aerospace components for industry-leading customers. We invest in our people, promote internal growth, and provide opportunities to make a meaningful impact on operational success.

Benefits Include

• Competitive Pay + Overtime
• Day 1 Benefits & 401K Company Match
• Paid time off and holidays + Floating Holiday
• Career advancement opportunities
• Training and professional development
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Stable, growing aerospace manufacturing environment

What You’ll Do

As a Machinist III, you'll serve as a technical leader on the shop floor and be responsible for:

• Setting up and operating CNC mills, lathes, grinders, and other machining equipment.
• Manufacturing complex aerospace components to precise customer specifications and tolerances.
• Reading and interpreting blueprints, engineering drawings, work instructions, and GD&T requirements.
• Selecting tooling, fixtures, workholding, feeds, speeds, and machine offsets.
• Performing first-piece, in-process, and final inspections using precision measuring equipment.
• Editing CNC programs at the machine and making necessary process adjustments.
• Troubleshooting tooling, machine, quality, and process-related issues.
• Partnering with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Production teams to improve manufacturing performance.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, efficiency, and scrap reduction.
• Mentoring and training junior machinists on machining techniques and best practices.
• Maintaining a safe, organized, and 5S-compliant work environment.

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of machining experience in aerospace, medical device, defense, or other precision manufacturing environments.
• Experience performing complete machine setups and operating CNC equipment independently.
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation skills.
• Experience machining tight-tolerance precision components.
• Knowledge of machining processes, tooling, workholding, feeds, speeds, and material characteristics.
• Experience using precision inspection equipment including micrometers, calipers, indicators, bore gages, and height gages.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of geometry and trigonometry as applied to machining.
• Ability to work independently while consistently meeting quality and production expectations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Aerospace manufacturing experience.
• Experience with multi-axis CNC machining centers.
• Familiarity with Fanuc, Mazak, Okuma, Siemens, or Haas controls.
• Experience working within AS9100 quality systems.
• CNC program editing and optimization experience.
• Technical degree in Machine Tool Technology or a related field.
• Apprenticeship completion or Journeyman certification.

Preferred Machine / Process Exposure

• CNC Milling (3, 4, 5-axis)
• CNC Turning and Live Tooling Lathes
• Grinding (ID/OD, surface, jig)
• EDM (Wire and/or Sinker)
• Boring Mills / Large Part Machining

Precision matters. Quality matters. People matter. Join DRT Aerospace and build something exceptional.

ITAR and DRT Aerospace

DRT Aerospace supports customers in the aerospace and defense industries and complies with all applicable U.S. export control regulations. This position may involve access to export-controlled information, technology, products, or technical data. As a result, employment is contingent upon the successful verification of eligibility to access such information in accordance with applicable U.S. laws and regulations, including International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Candidates will be required to provide documentation supporting their eligibility if selected for employment.

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Day Shift | Monday - Friday | 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM