CNC Machinist

Are you a highly skilled CNC Machinist with advanced 5-axis machining experience? Put your expertise to work with an industry-leading aerospace manufacturer helping build the next generation of aviation products. This is an exceptional opportunity for experienced machinists who thrive on precision, complex setups, and producing mission‑critical components that keep the aerospace industry moving.

If you are more than a machine operator and take pride in being a true machinist with advanced setup, programming interpretation, and precision inspection capabilities, we want to hear from you.

As a CNC Machinist
, you will independently set up and operate sophisticated 5‑axis CNC equipment to manufacture complex aerospace components with tight tolerances and exacting quality standards. Your expertise will directly impact the production of critical aircraft parts while supporting operational excellence, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives.

This is a 5-month consultant assignment located in Wichita, KS
, with opportunities to apply your advanced machining skills in a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment.

Pay Rate: $52-$56 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday
• Available for either 2nd or 3rd shift
• Flexibility to work any assigned shift
• Weekend and overtime hours as needed

CNC Machining & Production

• Independently configure and run 5‑axis CNC and conventional machining hardware
• Create intricate aerospace parts according to precise engineering specifications
• Execute advanced machining tasks such as milling, boring, drilling, grinding, honing, threading, and contouring to help ensure project success
• Manage multiple machines at once when the situation allows
• Oversee machining workflows and modify settings to uphold quality benchmarks

Inspection & Quality Assurance

• Validate measurements using advanced mechanical and electronic tools
• Perform initial piece inspections and verify production output
• Analyze blueprints, work instructions, process specs, and quality requirements
• Detect, report, and address non-conforming items for further evaluation
• Keep up-to-date certifications and quality documentation
• Conduct process surveillance to help maintain a compliant manufacturing environment

Equipment Maintenance & Process Support

• Execute standard preventive maintenance tasks
• Check coolant, lubrication, and general machine health
• Swap out filters, bulbs, and other common machine parts as necessary
• Improve workflow efficiency by moving materials through the production floor
• Provide training and guidance to fellow team members
• Cross-train in inspection duties to achieve SIA qualification

• Extensive background in 5‑axis CNC machining
• Capacity to independently configure and run complex CNC equipment with minimal oversight
• Deep knowledge of engineering drawings, blueprints, GD&T, and manufacturing specs
• Experience using mechanical and electronic devices to perform precision measurements and inspections
• Proven ability to help deliver high‑tolerance aerospace or precision‑machined components
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
• Availability to work any assigned 2nd or 3rd shift
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends as business needs require

Important: Candidates with only 3‑axis or 4‑axis machining experience will not be considered. This role requires demonstrated 5‑axis machining expertise.

Experience with one or more of the following 5‑axis machine platforms:

• Cincinnati
• Makino
• Okuma
• Mazak
• SNK
• Matsuura
• Devlieg
• Modig
• Henri Line
• Cinetic
• Doosan
• Hurco
• Jig Bore
• Toshiba
• Flexi‑Mill
• Torres

Additional aerospace manufacturing experience is highly preferred.

We are looking for true…