CNC Machinist III

At a Glance

Company: AeroTEC, Inc.
Location: Moses Lake, WA (On-site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $35 - $45 per hour (DOE)
Shift: Day Shift (Schedule based on program needs; up to 12 hour days as requested)
Overtime: As needed based on flight test and program schedules
Experience Level: Senior (5+ years machining, 3+ years programming)
Work Authorization: Must meet U.S. Person requirements (ITAR / Export Compliance)

This role exists to support ongoing aerospace manufacturing and flight test programs at AeroTEC’s AS9100D-certified Manufacturing Center in Moses Lake, WA.

AeroTEC supports aircraft design, testing, instrumentation, certification, and advanced propulsion programs. This CNC Machinist position plays a key role in producing precision components, tooling, and experimental parts used in real world aerospace development and electrification programs.

This is not commodity production machining - it is hands-on aerospace manufacturing tied directly to engineering and flight test operations.

• Set up and operate CNC milling machines (3-, 4-, and 5-axis)
• Create and run CNC programs using Siemens NX
• Select tooling, set offsets, and verify work holding
• Fabricate precision parts for aircraft tooling and models
• Machine components supporting flight test programs
• Assemble aircraft parts and subassemblies
• Perform first-article and in-process inspections
• Troubleshoot machining issues and adjust feeds/speeds as needed
• Support warehouse tooling and fabrication projects
• Research and complete purchase requisitions for project needs
• Perform fabrication work including welding when required

Work is high-mix and project-driven, supporting experimental aerospace applications.

Machines:

• OKK VC-X500 Simultaneous 5-Axis
• Doosan DNM 5700 (3 & 4 Axis)
• Doosan DNM 750II (3 & 4 Axis)
• Haas VF4SS High-Speed (3 & 4 Axis)
• Haas VF11 Large Format (3 & 4 Axis)
• GMR 512 CNC Router (12' x 5' Bed)
• Haas TL2 Toolroom Lathe

CAM / CAD Software:

• Siemens NX CAD/CAM

Inspection Equipment:

• Dukin MHB CMM (CMM Manager Software)
• FARO Arm 3D Laser Scanner
• NDT (Liquid Fluorescent Penetrant & UT Equipment)
• Granite Surface Plate & Certified Hand Tools

• Aluminum
• Mild, Carbon & Stainless Steel
• Titanium
• Composites
• Fiberglass

Required:

• 5+ years of CNC machining experience (milling)
• 3+ years of CNC programming experience
• Experience with 3-, 4-, and 5-axis milling machines
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation skills
• Ability to perform setups independently
• Experience holding aerospace-level tolerances
• Comfortable lifting up to 75 lbs occasionally
• Reliable, safety-minded, and team-oriented

Preferred:

• Formal coursework or certification in CNC Machining
• CNC Programming certification

Aerospace manufacturing experience

Experience supporting prototype or experimental programs

Machinists at AeroTEC value:

• Real aerospace and flight test projects
• Advanced multi-axis machining work
• Strong engineering collaboration
• AS9100D-certified processes
• Modern CNC equipment
• Career growth and tuition reimbursement
• Quarterly bonus opportunities
• A culture that balances serious work with strong team camaraderie

This is a shop where your parts support aircraft development - not just production numbers.

Pay Range: $35 - $45 per hour (DOE)

Bonus: Quarterly performance bonus opportunities
Overtime: Based on program needs

Benefits Include:

• Employer-paid medical premiums (PPO & HDHP options)
• Dental & Vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer match
• $40,000 Life Insurance policy
• Additional life, accident & critical illness coverage
• Education reimbursement (up to $5,250/year)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Pet insurance & additional voluntary benefits

Schedule:
Full-time, day shift. Must be available for extended shifts (up to 12 hours) based on project demands. Occasional domestic travel may be required.