Senior CNC Machinist – High-Precision Aerospace Parts

Valcor Engineering; Springfield (NJ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Vacation & PTO

Paid Holidays

Life & Accident Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Recognition Program

Job summary

Valcor Engineering Corporation is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to independently set up complex jobs and determine machining strategies for precision parts from blueprints and drawings.

The role requires 5+ years CNC experience or a machining apprenticeship, with a strong understanding of GD&T and precision measuring tools. You will work on first and second shifts in a high-precision aerospace/defense-focused environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a machining apprenticeship or 5+ years of CNC machining experience.
• Experience performing complex CNC machine setups.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Strong understanding of GD&T.
• Proficiency using precision measuring equipment.
• Strong shop math skills, including geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Team-oriented mindset and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machining centers with minimal supervision.
• Interpret blueprints and engineering drawings to produce precision parts.
• Determine machining sequences, tooling, fixtures and workholding requirements.
• Perform complex setups for prototype and production work.
• Machine a variety of materials while maintaining tight tolerances.
• Inspect parts throughout production using precision measuring equipment.
• Apply advanced shop math, geometry and trigonometry during setup and machining.
• Move materials and completed parts throughout the shop.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area; mentor less experienced machinists.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

GD&T

Precision measurement

Shop math

Independent work

Communication

U.S. Persons compliance

Education

Machining apprenticeship

5+ years CNC experience

Tools

CMM

Optical Comparator

Micrometers

Height Gages

Job description

Valcor Engineering Corporation is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to independently set up complex jobs and determine machining strategies for precision parts from blueprints and drawings.

The role requires 5+ years CNC experience or a machining apprenticeship, with a strong understanding of GD&T and precision measuring tools. You will work on first and second shifts in a high-precision aerospace/defense-focused environment.