Senior CNC Machinist, 2nd Shift

Beehive Industries is dedicated to Powering American Defense by revolutionizing the design, development, and delivery of jet propulsion systems to support the warfighter. Through the integration of additive manufacturing, the company aims to meet the growing and urgent needs for unmanned aerial defense by dramatically improving a jet engine’s speed to market, fuel efficiency, and cost.

Founded in 2020, the company is headquartered in Centennial, Colorado, with additional facilities in Knoxville, Tennessee, Loveland Ohio, and Mount Vernon, Ohio. Beehive is committed to grow and advance the defense industrial base while manufacturing exclusively in the USA. This role will be located at our Blue Ash, Colorado facility.

Beehive Industries is searching for a qualified candidate to fill an open position for a Senior Machinist. This role is intended for an experienced machinist who can independently set up and operate CNC equipment to machine precision components from billet and metal 3D printed materials. The ideal candidate is a self-driven professional with strong technical expertise, capable of executing complex machining work with limited supervision while contributing to continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Independently setup and run 3-axis and 5-axis CNC vertical machining centers and CMM equipment
• Develop and optimize machining fixtures for complex aerospace components
• Support quoting of machining work for internal and external customers
• Maintain accurate and detailed production records, setup sheets, and machining documentation
• Ensure work area cleanliness and organization in alignment with 5S standards
• Identify opportunities to improve machining processes, efficiency, and quality
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on shop equipment as needed
• Identify EHS hazards, risks, and controls within machine shop operations and ensure proper mitigation
• Ensure full compliance with EHS, quality systems, and manufacturing standards
• Select and allocate tooling for machining jobs and ensure readiness for production
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to resolve machining and production issues

• High school diploma or equivalent experience
• Formal technical or trade training in machining or manufacturing preferred

• 5 or more years of CNC machining experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience independently setting up and operating CNC mills, lathes, and multi-axis machines
• Experience with blueprint reading, GD&T, and dimensional inspection techniques
• Experience machining complex components such as castings, forgings, or additive (3D printed) parts preferred

• Strong understanding of CNC machining principles and manufacturing processes
• Ability to independently read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T requirements
• Proficiency with machining measurement tools and inspection methods
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on precision, quality, and repeatability
• Effective problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot machining issues independently
• Strong communication and teamwork skills in a production environment
• Ability to work safely and follow established procedures with minimal oversight
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing setting
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

• Experience operating 5-axis, 4-axis, and 3-axis machining centers, CNC lathes, and mill-turn equipment
• Experience operating CNC equipment from manufacturers such as DMG MORI, Makino, Haas, Mazak, or DN Solutions/Doosan
• Famil…