Senior CNC Programmer & Machinist – Aerospace Precision

Central Metal Fabricators, Inc.; Lakehurst (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Metal Fabricators, Inc. in Lakehurst, NJ is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to support military and aerospace programs by programming (Mastercam and/or Fusion 360), setting up, and operating CNC mills and lathes to produce high-precision, safety-critical components.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years in CNC machining, CAM programming with Mastercam or Fusion 360, strong GD&T knowledge, and experience with first-article inspections in AS9100/ISO environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of CNC machining experience in military/aerospace or high-reliability industries.
• CAM programming experience with Mastercam and/or Fusion 360.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T and blueprint interpretation.
• Experience machining tight tolerances and critical features.
• Ability to follow detailed process documentation and quality procedures.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate CNC mills and lathes to manufacture aerospace and defense components.
• Develop and optimize CNC programs using Mastercam and/or Fusion 360, including multi-axis machining.
• Interpret 2D/3D models, drawings, and GD&T per ASME standards.
• Select tooling, strategies, and workholding for exotic aerospace materials.
• Perform setups and first-article inspections to ensure compliance with specs.
• Maintain adherence to AS9100/ISO quality systems and safety protocols.
• Document setups, inspections, and process changes for traceability and audits.
• Maintain equipment, tooling, and a clean, organized workspace.

Skills

CNC Machining

GD&T / Blueprint Reading

First-Article Inspection

QA Documentation

Multi-axis Machining

ITAR Compliance

Tools

Mastercam

Fusion 360

Job description

Central Metal Fabricators, Inc. in Lakehurst, NJ is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to support military and aerospace programs by programming (Mastercam and/or Fusion 360), setting up, and operating CNC mills and lathes to produce high-precision, safety-critical components.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years in CNC machining, CAM programming with Mastercam or Fusion 360, strong GD&T knowledge, and experience with first-article inspections in AS9100/ISO environments.