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CNC Machinist

Pursuit Aerospace
Plainville, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 6/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/5/2026
About Us

As a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, Pursuit Aerospace is founded on a commitment to relentless, continuous, operational improvement and extraordinary customer service. We pride ourselves on competitive cost structure, exceptional on-time delivery, and industry-leading quality.

The Pursuit family of companies has cultivated long-term relationships with our customers around the world through respect, teamwork, technology, and trust. We are driven to develop industry leading process innovations and manufacturing techniques on behalf of our customers. Our exceptional quality is driven by a deep investment in and the daily practice of continually improving our people, processes, and products.

About the Opportunity: Operates Okuma CNC Milling & Turning machines under the direction of the area supervisor or Lead Person.

Location: Plainville, CT - This position is 100% on site, Monday through Friday with overtime available (1st shift: 7:00am-3:30pm ET).

Responsibilities

  • Performs set-ups and operates Okuma CNC mill & turn machines and related equipment where programs, fixtures, and methods have been developed.
  • Makes all edits and adjustments as required to produce parts to work orders/blueprint specifications/sketches.
  • The ability to operate more than one machine in a cellular environment is required.
  • Demonstrates a working knowledge of feeds and speeds and a working knowledge of cutting tools and their application.
  • Inspects work for all dimensional features as required.
  • Produces quality and quantity of work in accordance with Company requirements.
  • Responsible for accurately completing paperwork relating to counts, scrap, time, etc according to Company policy.
  • Performs duties always exercising good machining practices.
  • Maintains area, equipment, and tooling in a neat, orderly condition including operator maintenance sheets.
  • Maintains coolant tanks and fills as necessary.
  • Assists new and less experienced operators as requested.
  • Observes all Company policies, rules, and regulations including good housekeeping, safety and security.

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.
  • Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

  • 0-2 years CNC machinist experience
  • Ability to understand and follow instructions in English.
  • Ability to understand and interpret blueprints and sketches.
  • Basic mechanical ability.
  • Experience with Okuma CNC machines and Fanuc controls
  • Experience operating in a cellular manufacturing environment
  • Prior experience using precision measuring instruments
  • Exposure to aerospace or tight-tolerance manufacturing environments

Working Conditions

  • Must be able to have prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to frequently sit, stand and walk.
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 15 pounds.
  • Personal protective equipment (e.g., safety glasses and safety shoes) is required on the shop floor
  • Occasional weekend and evening work may be required to accommodate priorities, deadlines, and schedules.

Acknowledgements

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

Benefits

Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pursuit Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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