Advanced CNC Machinist; aerospace

Indianapolis, IN | All Shifts Available | Temp-to-Hire Pay:
Starting at $27 to 34/hour (Negotiable Based on Experience) + Shift Differential What You'll Own You'll be responsible for setting up and operating advanced CNC machining centers while producing high-precision aerospace components to exacting quality standards.

Perform complete setups and operate large Mazak 5-axis mill/turn machining centers

Machine aerospace components ranging from 35 –65  in diameter

Machine titanium, Inconel, stainless steel, and other aerospace-grade materials

Read and interpret blueprints, routers, manufacturing documentation, and work instructions

Establish machine offsets, work coordinates, and home positions using dial indicators and probing systems

Verify dimensional accuracy using precision measuring equipment

Safely prove out new and existing CNC programs using single block, distance-to-go, and other verification methods

Utilize Haimer heat shrink tooling systems and Speroni tool measurement equipment

Perform machine adjustments and troubleshoot machining issues to maintain production efficiency

Partner with Engineering and Programming teams to improve machining processes and support new product introductions

Follow aerospace quality standards, manufacturing procedures, and safety requirements

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

What Success Looks Like Complex setups are completed accurately and efficiently

Aerospace components consistently meet tight tolerance requirements

Machine downtime is minimized through effective troubleshooting

New programs are safely proven out and validated

Production schedules and quality standards are consistently achieved

Continuous improvement opportunities are identified and implemented

Safety and quality procedures are followed without exception

What You Bring3-6+ years of CNC machining experience

Experience performing complex CNC machine setups

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, routers, and manufacturing documentation

Experience machining titanium, Inconel, stainless steel, or similar difficult materials

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Experience using precision measuring tools and inspection equipment

Strong understanding of machining principles and tight tolerance manufacturingU.S. Citizenship required

Ability to lift at least 25 pounds

Where You May Stand Out

Experience with Mazak controls and machinery5-axis mill/turn machining experience

Aerospace manufacturing experience

Knowledge of G & M codes

Experience proving out new CNC programs

Familiarity with Haimer heat shrink tooling systems

Experience using Speroni tool measurement equipment

Technical certificate in Machining Technology or related trade

Continuous Improvement or Lean Manufacturing experience

Why Work With PDS Tech?

Starting Pay: (Negotiable Based on Experience)
Shift differential available for off-shifts

Temp-to-hire opportunity with long-term career potential

All shifts available

Work on advanced 5-axis CNC machining technology

Manufacture critical aerospace components

Stable, team-oriented manufacturing environment

Opportunity to expand your machining skills using industry-leading equipment

Join a company focused on precision, innovation, and continuous improvement

If you're an experienced CNC Machinist ready to take your career to the next level in aerospace manufacturing, we want to hear from you. Apply today and put your precision machining expertise to work on components that help keep the aerospace industry moving..This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR).

These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies:
1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or
2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

You should be proficient in:

CNC Tooling Troubleshooting SkillsCNC ProgrammingCNC Machine RepairCNC Machine InstallationCNC Machine Setup & Changeover Precision Measurement & Hand Metrology Advanced Inspection & Gauge Measurement Aerospace Manufacturing Machine Setups for Production Runs Machines & technologies you'll use:

CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC)
CNC Lathe (2-4 axis) (Mazak)
CNC Swiss LatheCAM SoftwareCNC Mill (5+ axis VMC)
CNC Lathe (5+ axis)