CNC Lathe Machinist – Aerospace

Position: CNC Lathe Machinist – Aerospace Contract
At a Glance

Company:  Barnes Aerospace

Location:

Warren, MI (on-site)
Job Type:  Contract
Pay Rate:
$45.00 per hour
Per Diem:
$150/day (7 days per week)

Shift:  1st or 2nd Shift
Overtime:  Available as needed
Experience Level:  Senior-Level (5+ years CNC machining)
Industry:  Aerospace Manufacturing
Work Authorization:  Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States

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- Why This Role Exists

This contract role exists to support ongoing military and commercial aerospace programs requiring precision lathe machining of large, complex components. Barnes Aerospace is seeking experienced CNC lathe machinists who can confidently machine tight-tolerance aerospace parts while working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

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- The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

Set up and operate CNC lathe machines in a precision aerospace environment

Run multiple machines simultaneously where feasible within machining cells

Machine large aerospace components ranging from  30” up to approximately 70” in diameter

Work with hard metals including  Inconel, Titanium, and Stainless Steel

Read and interpret customer blueprints, specifications, and internal process sheets

Read and interpret CNC programs directly at the machine

Use  Fanuc controls , including making offsets as required by the program

Load parts onto fixtures and safely operate hoists for material handling

Read tool sheets and set up tooling for production jobs

Utilize precision measuring tools to verify dimensions and part quality

Work with right-angle heads as required

Apply GD&T knowledge to consistently hold tight tolerances (thousandths)

Support additional tasks as assigned by department leadership

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- Machines, Controls & Equipment

You’ll work with equipment such as:

Machines:  CNC lathes and turning centers

Controls:  Fanuc

Inspection Tools:  Gauges, swing gauges, calipers, micrometers

Equipment:  Hoists, fixtures, right-angle heads

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- Materials You’ll Work With

Inconel

Titanium

Stainless Steel

Aerospace-grade alloys

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- What We’re Looking For Required

5+ years of CNC machining experience in a manufacturing environment

Strong CNC lathe / turning experience

Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T

Experience machining tight-tolerance aerospace components

Experience using Fanuc controls and making offsets

Ability to read and interpret CNC programs at the machine

Strong math skills and ability to use precision measuring tools

Ability to safely load and handle large components using hoists

Ability to stand for extended periods and climb machine platforms as needed

Team-oriented mindset and ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Willingness to work overtime as required

Preferred (Not Required)

Aerospace machining experience

Experience supporting major aerospace OEMs such as Pratt & Whitney, GE, or Rolls-Royce

Familiarity with right-angle heads and large-part machining

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- Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Barnes Aerospace because:

$45/hr + $150/day per diem (7 days/week)

Strong total compensation package for contract machinists

Opportunity to machine large aerospace components

Stable aerospace production environment

Advanced equipment and precision work

Team-focused culture centered on quality and craftsmanship

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- Pay, Contract & Schedule

Pay Rate:  $45.00/hour
Per Diem:  $150/day (7 days per week)

Pay Notes:

Per diem paid daily

Strong total weekly compensation for traveling machinists and contractors

Schedule:

1st or 2nd shift availability

Overtime available as needed

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- Apply

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