Located in Torrance, CA, CA
Pay: 28-35
Job Full Description
Job Title: CNC Mill Setup Machinist – Aerospace & Defense | Location: Carson, CA
| Reports To: Production Manager / Manufacturing Engineer | Salary Range: $25–$35/hr (DOE)
| Employment Type: Full-Time, Hourly (Non-Exempt)
| Schedule: 1st or 2nd Shift | Overtime & Saturdays as needed
| Citizenship Requirement: U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (ITAR Compliance Required)
We are seeking an experienced CNC Mill Setup Machinist to support high-precision machining of complex aerospace and defense components. This role requires hands-on expertise in setting up and proving out jobs on 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC mills (Haas and Fanuc controls). The right candidate will be detail-oriented, quality-driven, and capable of ensuring that all parts meet strict AS9100/AS9102 standards.
Key Responsibilities: Perform complete CNC mill setups: workholding, zeroing, tool length offsets, and fixture alignment | Prove out new programs and conduct dry runs, making real-time adjustments to feeds, speeds, and tool paths | Conduct and
document First Article Inspections (FAIs) to meet AS9102 requirements | Read and interpret complex aerospace blueprints, GD&T, and technical drawings | Troubleshoot machining issues including tool wear, dimensional accuracy, and machine behavior | Collaborate with Engineering and Quality departments to improve setups and optimize processes | Train and support machine operators during initial production runs | Maintain accurate setup documentation, work orders, and quality records
Qualifications: 5+ years of CNC mill setup experience in an aerospace or high-precision job shop environment | Proficient with Haas and Fanuc controls | Hands-on experience with 4- and 5-axis CNC milling machines | Strong understanding of GD&T and aerospace blueprint reading | Familiarity with precision measurement tools and inspection documentation, including AS9102 | Mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement | Must meet ITAR requirements (U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident)
Torrance, CA
2870
22939 Hawthorne Blvd
Suite 104
Torrance, CA 90505
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