**Job Title: CNC Machinist** 📍 **_Location_** _: Stockton, California_ 🕒 **_Schedule_** _: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (9/80 schedule – every other Friday off)_ 💼 **_Job Type_** _: Permanent | Onsite_ 💵 **_Pay_** _: $23–$32/hr DOE_ **About the Company** We specialize in the design, fabrication, and testing of lightweight aerospace structures. Our team is committed to precision, innovation, and delivering high-performance solutions for the aerospace industry. **Job Description** As a CNC Machinist, you will be responsible for setting up and operating various CNC machines using Fanuc controllers, including3, 4, and 5-axis operations. You’ll perform high-quality, low-volume machining of metal, composite, and graphite parts in a structured aerospace production environment. This role requires a strong understanding of blueprints, shop math, G-Code, and the ability to transfer files to numeric controllers. **Key Responsibilities** + Set up and operate CNC production machine tools + Select and mount appropriate tooling for machining operations + Determine feed rates and operating speeds for efficient machining + Perform cut-off, trimming, countersinking, drilling, and other operations + Verify dimensional accuracy using calipers, micrometers, and gauges + Interpret blueprints and technical drawings + Apply shop math to ensure precision + Transfer computer files to numeric controllers + Monitor machine operations and adjust as needed + Conduct routine maintenance and cleaning of machines + Identify and report machine or product quality issues + Maintain accurate documentation including production logs and inspection records **Essential Skills & Qualifications** + 3–5 yearsof CNC machining experience + Proficiency withFanuc controllers(3 and 5-axis) + Ability to read and interpret work instructions and technical diagrams + Strong knowledge of G-Code + Experience with metal, composite, and graphite materials **Preferred Qualifications** + Working knowledge of CAM software such as Mastercam and Verisurf + Machining Certificate preferred + Bachelor’s Degree plus 5 years’ experience, or 10 years total experience in the field, or 5 years’ experience with 5-axis machining **Why Work Here?** This is a unionized environment that values work-life balance and offers a robust benefits package: + Medical Insurance: Large portion of premiums covered for employees and dependents + Dental & Vision Insurance: 100% company-paid for employees and dependents + Life Insurance: 100% company-paid for employees + Generous PTO & Vacation Accrual + Tuition Reimbursement Program + Employee Referral Program **Work Environment** + Fully onsite in astructured union environment + Stable and supportive workplace culture **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $47840.00 - $66560.00/yr. Direct placement, Commpany benefits sheet can be provided. **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Stockton,CA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Sep 5, 2025. **About Aerotek:** 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. 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. 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.