Senior CNC Process Engineer

Barnes Aerospace; East Hartford, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnes Aerospace in East Hartford, CT is seeking a senior CNC Machinist/Process Engineer to own manufacturing processes from concept through production. You will develop and optimize multi-axis milling, turning, and grinding programs, lead tool selection and fixture design, and collaborate with production teams to ensure quality and throughput.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of aerospace machining experience, proficiency in GD&T, CAD/CAM, and reading complex drawings, and a BS in Engineering.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of multi-axis milling, turning, and grinding experience (aerospace preferred).
• Hands‑on experience with CNC programming, fixture design, and tool selection.
• Proven ability to work with production teams in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Supports production milling, turning, and/or grinding processes.
• Own manufacturing processes from concept through production implementation and support.
• Develop and optimize CNC programs for multi-axis milling, turning, and/or grinding operations.
• Lead tool selection and cutting strategy development to maximize efficiency and tool life.
• Design fixtures and work holding solutions to ensure repeatability and throughput.
• Work directly with production leads and machinists to resolve issues in real time.
• Provide hands‑on shop floor support for setups, prove‑outs, and process validation.
• Drive MRB processes and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with lab engineers, quality, and operators to meet all technical requirements.

Skills

CNC programming

Fixture design

Tool selection

Lean manufacturing

GD&T

CAD/CAM

Education

BS degree (Engineering)

Tools

CAD/CAM

Job description

Barnes Aerospace in East Hartford, CT is seeking a senior CNC Machinist/Process Engineer to own manufacturing processes from concept through production. You will develop and optimize multi-axis milling, turning, and grinding programs, lead tool selection and fixture design, and collaborate with production teams to ensure quality and throughput.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of aerospace machining experience, proficiency in GD&T, CAD/CAM, and reading complex drawings, and a BS in Engineering.