CNC Machinist

JOB TITLE: CNC Machinist
LOCATION: Stratford, CT
PAY RATE: $44.00-56.00/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)

• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

• Perks: Bonus potential Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

• Shift: 4/10-1st Shift

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary: 

• Performs tool and die fabrication with minimum 8 years of experience.

• Leads CNC mill and lathe cell operations with at least 5 years of experience.

• Performs CNC set-up and programming using G-code, M-code, and CAM software (Mastercam or similar).

• Reads advanced blueprints and interprets GD&T, working with 3D tool models.

• Uses inspection tools to perform in-process quality control.

• Machines steels, alloys, aluminums, titanium, super alloys, plastics, composites, and additive manufacturing parts.

• Participates in ESH compliant programs and proactive hazard identification.

• Trains junior machinists on setup, inspection, and best practice tooling techniques (desired).

Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

• Minimum 8 years in tool and die fabrication.

• Minimum 5 years leading CNC mill and lathe cell operations.

• Proven proficiency with CNC set-up and programming (G-code, M-code).

• Proven proficiency with CAM software (Mastercam or similar).

• Advanced blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation.

• Ability to work with 3D tool models.

• Understanding of inspection tools for in-process quality control.

• Experience machining steels, alloys, aluminums, titanium, super alloys, plastics, composites, and AM parts.

• Desired: Ability and willingness to train junior machinists on setup, inspection, and best practice tooling techniques.

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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