CNC Machining Specialist – 5-Axis Milling

CNC Machining Specialist – 5-Axis Milling

Divergent is building the new industrial age. Every day, our teams design, manufacture, and assemble advanced systems for some of the world’s most demanding industries. Our integrated engineering and manufacturing platform transforms complex designs into production-ready solutions, helping customers move faster, build smarter, and deliver critical systems when they matter most. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs and supports leading U.S. aerospace and defense companies.

Join us and help push the boundaries of what can be built.

The CNC Machining Specialist is a technical expert responsible for defining machining approaches and executing complex CNC operations to produce precision components for advanced automotive, aerospace, and high-performance manufacturing applications. This roleoperateswith broad autonomy, integrating with design and manufacturing engineering teams to develop robust machining strategies that ensure quality, repeatability, and scalability.

The CNC Machining Specialist leads advanced machine setup and operation, independently troubleshoots complex machining challenges, and drives improvements in tooling, work holding, and machining processes. This role also helps define best practices, refine procedures, and mentor other machinists and technicians while supporting continuous improvement and the scaling of high-precision manufacturing operations.

CNC Machining Expertise

• Lead the setup, operation, and optimization of advanced CNC equipment including multi-axis mills (3-axis, 3+2, and 5-axis) to produce high-precision components in prototype and production environments.
• Apply deep knowledge of engineering drawings and GD&T to validate machining strategies and ensure parts meet strict dimensional and quality requirements.
• Diagnose and resolve complex machining challenges such as tool wear, work holding stability, machine performance, and program issues while establishing repeatable solutions and best practices.

P rocess Optimization and Innovation

• Partner with design and manufacturing engineering teams to influence part design for manufacturability and improve machining efficiency.
• Define and refine machining strategies—including programming approach, tooling selection, and fixturing concepts—to improve cycle time, quality, and process reliability.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support the introduction of new technologies and manufacturing methods, including hybrid and additive-enabled workflows where applicable.

Quality and Documentation

• Ensure machined components consistently meet internal and industry quality standards through rigorous process control and verification practices.
• Develop and maintain machining standards, setup documentation, and process guidance to ensure repeatability and scalability across operators and shifts.
• Mentor machinists and technicians by sharing technical expertise and promoting strong machining practices across the team.

Safety and Compliance

• Uphold and champion Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) standards within machining operations.
• Identify process risks and implement improvements to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient machining operations.

• Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
• Extensive experience operating and optimizing multi-axis CNC machines, including 3-axis, 3+2, and full 5-axis machining centers.
• Strong proficiency with Siemens and Heidenhain controllers.
• Advanced understanding of GD&T and its practical application in precision machining and inspection.
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and optimize complex machining processes including tooling,…