Defense Components CNC Turning Technician

Are you ready to machine parts that matter?

Picture this: a complex forging hits your bench. You map the setup, code a Mazatrol program, bring the cut in clean, and confirm every feature with precision gauges. That part will help keep critical defense systems operating. If that excites you, The Entwistle Company wants you on our team.

We’re united by values—Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Commitment—and a mission to deliver specialized, dependable components across air, land, sea, and space.

Your mission

• Operate engine and large lathes to produce components from castings, forgings, plates, bars, and one-off parts.
• Machine large parts to exacting tolerances and print requirements.
• Program and fine-tune Mazatrol operations for throughput and repeatability.
• Inspect with micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and other precision tools to verify compliance.
  
  

Do you check these boxes?

• 3–5 years in machining or equivalent technical training.
• 3–5 years setting up CNC and manual lathes.
• Mazatrol programming experience preferred.
• Proven quality mindset in a fast-paced production environment.
• Resourceful problem-solver and strong team contributor.
  
  

Veterans—your experience counts

• Army MOS: 91E – Allied Trades Specialist
• Navy NEC: MM – Machinist’s Mate
• Air Force AFSC: 2A7X1 – Aircraft Metals Technology
• Marine Corps MOS: 1316 – Metal Worker
• Coast Guard Rating: MK – Machinery Technician
  
  

Core capabilities

• Equipment troubleshooting and CNC tooling
• CNC programming (G-code and M-code)
• CNC machine repair and installation
• Setup/changeover for production runs
• Manual machining proficiency
  
  

Shop technology

• CNC Lathe (2–4 axis): Mazak, Okuma, Doosan, Hyundai–Wia
  
  

What’s in it for you

• 401k – 4% match on 5% deferrals
• PTO – Up to 5 weeks
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Employer Paid Short-term
• Employer provided Paid Family/Medical Leave
• Generous Health Insurance Coverage
• Dental Insurance AND Vision Insurance
• Safety Shoes & Glasses reimbursements
• Employee Appreciation Events
  
  

Competitive Pay Based On Experience.

Let’s build what keeps missions moving.

Apply now and grow your career where your work has real-world impact.