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CNC (VTL) Machinist - 2nd Shift

PCX Aerostructures, LLC
Long Beach, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/8/2026
Title CNC (VTL) Machinist - 2nd Shift About the Organization Applied Aerospace & Defense (Applied) is a premier provider of advanced design, engineering, and vertically integrated manufacturing solutions for leading and next-generation space and defense technology companies. Applied builds complex hardware for extreme operating environments and is focused on three core markets: Space and Launch Systems, Defense Aviation and Airborne Systems, and C5ISR and Precision Strike Systems. With decades of space and defense manufacturing heritage, Applied combines deep material science and IP-enabled process expertise with the ability to enable rapid prototyping, enhance new product development, and responsively scale production. Across its nationwide infrastructure of advanced manufacturing facilities, Applied continuously supports a balanced mix of next-generation technology and platform development, large scale production programs, and aftermarket sustainment for enduring platforms. EOE Statement Applied Aerospace and Defense is an equal opportunity employer. Description

Set-up and operated VTL mills and grinders to cut raw materials. Troubleshoot machinery and programming issues to exceed production goals. Adjusted offsets daily based on work orders and changing production needs. Monitored and adjusted processes or equipment to improve quality and productivity.

  • Minimum 5 years of experience.
  • Must have knowledge in the use of precision measuring equipment and thickness gage instruments and their applications.
  • A strong understanding in blueprint reading and geometric tolerancing interpretation.
  • Intermediate knowledge of cutting tolls, boring bars, inserts and tool holding devices associated with their function.
  • The ability to follow planning and written instructions is a must.
  • Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Must be able to adapt to changing work environment and have the ability to deal with frequent change and delays and or unexpected events.
  • Must be willing to work flexible shifts and changing work schedules.
  • Must have sufficient math skills that include the use of adding, subtracting, multiplication geometry, algebra required for fabrication of critical Aerospace components.
  • CNC programming skills is a plus.
  • Past experience with G & L Mori Seiki, Shibaura, Haas turning lathe equipment is a plus.
  • Must have experience with Fanuc controls.
  • Must be flexible enough to perform duties as required by Management.

Pay Range: $32.00 to $40.00 per hour plus $1.00 shift differential for 2nd shift

Position Requirements

Responsibilities

  • Support operators on adjoining shifts with the loading and unloading of parts and fixtures to ensure a smooth transition of work and their instructions.
  • Responsible for the setting of tool, offsets, simple edits as instructed by the programmer.
  • Responsible for detecting and reporting of equipment malfunctions and possible out of tolerance conditions before they happen.
  • Responsible for communication between departments ie, Quality, Production Control, to help resolve any Quality and or Programming concerns.
  • Responsible for daily P.M. of machines to make sure machines being operated are in good working order.
  • Responsible for maintaining clean and organized work area.
  • Required to comply with company policies and procedures as well as all state and federal regulations.
Shift Second Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Location Applied Aerospace & Defense, Long Beach Category Machine Shop Req Number MAC-26-00004 Position CNC (VTL) Machinist Close Date Post Internal Days 0 Number of Openings 3 Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt Hiring Manager(s)

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PCX Aerosystems is an equal opportunity employer.


 

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