What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNC Setup Machinist - 4 & 5 Axis (Climate-Controlled Shop) position at Applied Engineering?
Tired of working on outdated equipment? Come run the best tech in the industry.
Applied Engineering is a precision manufacturing company with over 50 years of success serving aerospace and defense customers. Our pristine, fully climate-controlled facility houses over 60 advanced CNC machines, featuring premium lines like Makino, Matsuura, DMG Mori, and Citizen. Recognized by Modern Machine Shop as a Top Shop for Machining Technology, we invest in world-class equipment and the talented machinists who use it. If you're passionate about 4-axis, 5-axis, or turning work, you'll feel right at home here.
What We Offer You:
- Premium Environment: Clean, modern, and fully air-conditioned shop floor.
- Top-Tier Equipment: Setup on world-class Makino, DMG Mori, and Matsuura platforms.
- True Career Growth: Continuous training on the latest industry standards and tooling technologies.
- Your Voice Matters: A financial rewards program for implementing your shop-floor improvement ideas.
- Stability & Peace of Mind: 50 years of aerospace success, competitive wages, and a rock-solid benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with Match, Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, STD/LTD).
Your Typical Day as a Setup Machinist:
- Perform complex setups and prove-outs on machining centers.
- Troubleshoot complex machining issues by interpreting advanced GD&T drawings and adjusting machine parameters.
- Manage advanced tooling, offsets, and compensations on horizontal mills and multi-axis turning centers.
- Collaborate directly with programmers, operators, and support staff in a highly motivated, team-oriented environment.
What we are looking for:
- 2 years of hands-on CNC setup experience (aerospace experience is a huge plus).
- A 2-year technical degree in CNC precision machining (or equivalent trade experience).
A passion for precision, close tolerances, and high-quality craftsmanship.
Post-offer drug screen and background checks are required
Other Information:
APPLIED ENGINEERING, INC. IS AN EEO/AA EMPLOYER.
APPLIED ENGINEERING, INC. OFFERS COMPETITIVE WAGES AND BENEFITS
This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations. As such, this position is open only to applicants who qualify as “U.S. Persons” according to U.S. federal law.