CNC Machinist/ CNC Operator

Job Title: CNC Machinist

Job Description

Join our dynamic team as a CNC Machinist, where you will play a crucial role in our manufacturing process. You will work on the 1st shift from Monday through Thursday, 5am to 3:30pm, in a state-of-the-art facility equipped with advanced technologies.

Responsibilities

• Study blueprints, sketches, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.
• Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines as necessary to machine parts.
• Calculate and set controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut.
• Enter commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media according to established guidelines and procedures.
• Start and observe machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, and adjust machine controls or control media as required.
• Verify conformance of finished work-piece to specifications, using measuring and inspection tools as necessary.
• Set up and operate machine on trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data.
• Confer with production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining or assembly problems.

Essential Skills

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of blueprints and CNC machines.
• Experience working with Mazak machines.
• 3+ years of recent CNC machining experience, preferably with 4 and 5 axis but 3 axis is acceptable.
• Experience in set-ups, runs, and true machining.
• Experience with Mazatrol SmoothX Controls and 7 axis machines.
• Proficiency in using calipers, micrometers, and height gauges.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Mazak 3-5 axis machining experience with CNC Lathe experience.
• Mill-turn experience is a must.
• Fanuc controls experience is fine but Mazatrol SmoothX Controls is preferred.

Why Work Here?

Based in Wichita, Kansas, we are a start-up aerospace manufacturer driven by big dreams and real-world experience. We have become a leading aerospace manufacturer with ambitious visions for the future, including expanding capabilities to support semiconductor manufacturers. Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, hard work, and a vision for the future.

Work Environment

Work in a climate-controlled environment that is bright and equipped with LED lighting. Our facility includes machining, assembly, and process areas, offering competitive wages and benefits along with a monthly incentive program

This is a Permanent position based out of Wichita, KS.

The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $58240.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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This is a fully onsite position in Wichita,KS.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.