Aerospace Prototype Machinist (Manual)

Do you thrive on precision?

• Do you enjoy building high‑tolerance components on manual mills and lathes?
• Can you read complex blueprints, ECNs, and routers—and turn them into flawless parts?
• Are you the person others call when they need help troubleshooting or improving a process?

If you answered yes, we’d like to meet you.

Role impact

As an Aerospace Prototype Machinist, you’ll take ownership of manual setups and operations, ensuring parts meet demanding tolerances and customer expectations. You’ll use SPC data, GD&T, and Lean practices to solve problems, improve flow, and finish initiatives on time with cross‑functional partners.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual machine tools to produce high‑precision parts (aerospace environment preferred).
• Read and interpret blueprints/technical drawings; operation/tooling/set‑up sheets; procedures; ECNs; routers; and performance graphs/metrics.
• Inspect work using precision instruments; maintain quality with SPC and structured problem solving.
• Lead/assist root‑cause investigations and troubleshooting; employ Lean Manufacturing concepts to improve safety, quality, and throughput.
• Provide creative input for manufacturing, inspection, assembly, and test fixtures.
• Participate in team meetings and improvement programs; support training of personnel (as directed).
• Follow all safety, quality, housekeeping, and company policies/procedures; maintain a clean, secure, well‑organized workspace.
• Communicate effectively at all organizational levels; keep management informed; complete special projects and related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in precision manual machining and setup (tight tolerances); aerospace preferred.
• High school diploma/GED or vocational/technical school equivalent.
• Solid math skills; proficient with shop documentation (blueprints, ECNs, operation/tooling sheets, routers, etc.).
• Working knowledge of GD&T, inspection methods, metrology tools, SPC, performance metrics, and root‑cause analysis.
• Self‑starter who can plan, organize, and multi‑task; strong written and verbal communication.
• Proven ability to run equipment efficiently, safely, and consistently.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Work environment

• Manufacturing/machine shop exposure: fluids, fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, noise, and vibration.
• Work in both office and shop spaces; use standard office equipment and required PPE (eye, hearing, and foot protection).
• Temperature may be influenced by weather and machining processes.
• Full‑time; overtime and some weekends may be required.
• No travel expected.

Physical demands

• Talk and hear regularly; frequent reaching and handling.
• Vision requirements include close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Stand 7–8 hours daily; sit, walk, stoop, bend, turn, balance, crouch, and move throughout the facility.
• Lift up to 40 lbs regularly and occasionally up to 70 lbs.

Schedule

• Four‑day workweek: Monday–Thursday, 6:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Proficiencies

• Troubleshooting Skills
• Manual Machining Skills

No agencies, please.