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Washington, District of ColumbiaMachinist III
About the role
CNC Machinist Aerospace Components (3, 4 & 5 Axis) Join a cutting-edge team of CNC Machinists, NC Programmers, and Technicians shaping the future of spaceflight. You'll operate and maintain world-class 3, 4, and 5-axis CNC machinery to produce high-precision aerospace components. This hands-on role emphasizes technical skill, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence on tight-tolerance, high-value parts.
Key Responsibilities
Setup, operate, and maintain CNC machines including mills and lathes (3, 4, 5-axis & multi-axis) Perform hands-on programming and machining for aerospace-grade parts Collaborate with engineering to develop and document machining processes Interpret blueprints and GD&T to ensure high precision and quality Provide Design for Manufacturing (DFM) feedback Ensure quality control and conformance to engineering specifications Operate machines such as Mazak, Kuraki, Hermle, DMG Mori, etc. Utilize CNC controls like Fanuc, Siemens, Heidenhain, or Mazatrol Maintain a safe and inclusive working environment Use computers to manage setup sheets, documentation, and quality records Qualifications: 5+ years of CNC machining experience in aerospace or precision industries Hands-on experience with materials such as Inconel, Monel, Titanium, Copper, Aluminum Ability to read blueprints and interpret GD&T (ASME Y14.5M-1994) Familiar with Mastercam, Unigraphics NX, and CMM operations (a plus) U.S.
Citizenship or Green Card required Preferred: Tooling and fixture design VTL (Vertical Turning Lathe) experience Experience with plating, heat treat, EDM, coating, or grinding Forklift or crane operation skills