Tool Maker; Milling | Aerospace Precision Machining

Location: Meriden, CT

• 1st Shift | Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM | Overtime Available
• 2nd Shift | Monday–Friday | 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM | Overtime Available

Compensation: Competitive Salary + 15% Shift Differential for off‑shift hours + Overtime Available + Benefits Day #1

Must live within a commutable distance to the plant, no relocation package offered.

We are seeking a highly skilled Tool Maker (Milling) to support precision aerospace manufacturing in a high-performance, tight-tolerance production environment in Connecticut.

If you thrive in hands‑on toolroom work, precision milling, and building mission‑critical tooling used in aerospace production, this is a role where your craftsmanship directly impacts quality, safety, and performance.

• Build, modify, and repair precision jigs, fixtures, gauges, and production tooling.
• Perform complex manual and CNC milling setups to tight aerospace tolerances.
• Interpret blueprints, GD&T, and engineering drawings.
• Work closely with engineering and quality teams to solve tooling and machining challenges.
• Use precision inspection tools to verify dimensions and ensure compliance.
• Support continuous improvement in tooling design, manufacturability, and reliability.

• 5+ years of experience in tool making, precision machining, or tool & die environments.
• Strong background in manual milling and/or CNC milling machines.
• Ability to read and interpret complex prints and GD&T.
• Experience working with tight tolerances and aerospace‑grade materials.
• Skilled in precision measuring tools (micrometers, indicators, height gauges, etc.).
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving mindset.

• Aerospace or AS9100 environment experience.
• Jig grinding, surface grinding, or EDM exposure.
• Programming or setup experience on CNC mills (Bridgeport, VMC, Proto Trak, Hurco, etc.).

• Competitive pay based on experience + shift premium (where applicable).
• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k)).
• Paid time off + holidays.
• Stable, long‑term aerospace manufacturing environment.
• Opportunity to work on high‑precision, flight‑critical components.

This is not repetitive production work. You’ll be part of a true toolroom environment, where no two jobs are the same. Your work directly supports aerospace programs requiring extreme accuracy, repeatability, and craftsmanship.

If you’re a skilled Tool Maker who takes pride in precision milling and tooling craftsmanship, we want to talk to you!

Qualified candidates will be contacted quickly for a phone screen.

Click Apply to be considered immediately.