Job Title: CNC Machinist

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to set up and operate a variety of CNC machines including mills, lathes, lasers, drill presses, and press brakes. The role involves producing high-precision components in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications, ensuring machining processes are optimized for quality and efficiency, and collaborating with aerospace and defense clients on projects requiring tight tolerances ranging from +/-0.005 in to +/-0.001 in.

ResponsibilitiesSet up and operate CNC machines such as mills, lathes, lasers, drill presses, and press brakes.Produce high-precision components based on engineering drawings and specifications.Optimize machining processes to ensure quality and efficiency.Work with aerospace and defense clients, adhering to tight tolerances of +/-0.005 in to +/-0.001 in.Utilize Mastercam and Unigraphics for programming.Program machines using G-code and M-code.Work primarily with 3-axis high-speed linear mills, 4-axis vertical mills, and 5-axis mills.Essential SkillsProficiency in CNC mill setup and operation.Experience with machining and lathe operations.Familiarity with aerospace and blueprint specifications.Skill in using Mastercam and Unigraphics software.Understanding of G-code and M-code programming.Additional Skills & Qualifications5+ years of experience in setting up and operating CNC mills.Why Work Here

Our company offers great benefits and 3 weeks of paid time off. We began as a small family business and have expanded significantly, including acquiring a 90,000 square foot building to enhance our capabilities. We operate an Aerospace and Defense job shop with over 50 different machines, providing opportunities to work on significant projects such as the James Webb and Hubble telescopes.

Work Environment

The machine shop is split between two buildings, one 80,000 sq ft and the other a brand new 90,000 sq ft facility. With approximately 200 employees, we are a growing team. The environment is climate controlled and very clean for a machine shop. We primarily support Aerospace and Defense customers. Flexible shifts are available, with typical hours from 5am to 5pm for the first shift.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $75000.00/yr.

3 weeks of paid vacation accruing starting from your first day. After you have worked there for over a year, you will receive an additional week of vacation. good company benefits and 401k. Health, vision, dental., disability, supplemental

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hampstead,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 17, 2025.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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