CNC Machinist III

At a GlanceCompany:AeroTEC, Inc.Location:Moses Lake, WA (On-site)Job Type:Full-TimePay 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 schedulesExperience Level:Senior (5+ years machining, 3+ years programming)Work Authorization:Must meet U.S. Person requirements (ITAR / Export Compliance)---Why This Role ExistsThis 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.---The Work You'll Be DoingIn this role, you will:Set up and operate CNC milling machines (3-, 4-, and 5-axis)Create and run CNC programs using Siemens NXSelect tooling, set offsets, and verify workholdingFabricate precision parts for aircraft tooling and modelsMachine components supporting flight test programsAssemble aircraft parts and subassembliesPerform first-article and in-process inspectionsTroubleshoot machining issues and adjust feeds/speeds as neededSupport warehouse tooling and fabrication projectsResearch and complete purchase requisitions for project needsPerform fabrication work including welding when requiredWork is high-mix and project-driven, supporting experimental aerospace applications.---Machines, Controls & SoftwareMachines:OKK VC-X500 Simultaneous 5-AxisDoosan 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 LatheCAM / CAD Software:Siemens NX CAD/CAMInspection Equipment:Dukin MHB CMM (CMM Manager Software)FARO Arm 3D Laser ScannerNDT (Liquid Fluorescent Penetrant & UT Equipment)Granite Surface Plate & Certified Hand Tools---Materials You'll Work WithAluminumMild, Carbon & Stainless SteelTitaniumCompositesFiberglass---What We're Looking ForRequired:5+ years of CNC machining experience (milling)3+ years of CNC programming experienceExperience with 3-, 4-, and 5-axis milling machinesStrong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation skillsAbility to perform setups independentlyExperience holding aerospace-level tolerancesComfortable lifting up to 75 lbs occasionallyReliable, safety-minded, and team-orientedPreferred:Formal coursework or certification in CNC MachiningCNC Programming certificationAerospace manufacturing experienceExperience supporting prototype or experimental programs---Why Machinists Like Working HereMachinists at AeroTEC value:Real aerospace and flight test projectsAdvanced multi-axis machining workStrong engineering collaborationAS9100D-certified processesModern CNC equipmentCareer growth and tuition reimbursementQuarterly bonus opportunitiesA culture that balances serious work with strong team camaraderieThis is a shop where your parts support aircraft development — not just production numbers.---Pay, Benefits & SchedulePay Range:$35 – $45 per hour (DOE)Bonus:Quarterly performance bonus opportunitiesOvertime:Based on program needsBenefits Include:Employer-paid medical premiums (PPO & HDHP options)Dental & Vision coverage401(k) with employer match$40,000 Life Insurance policyAdditional life, accident & critical illness coverageEducation reimbursement (up to $5,250/year)Employee Assistance ProgramCell phone reimbursementPet insurance & additional voluntary benefitsSchedule:Full-time, day shift. Must be available for extended shifts (up to 12 hours) based on project demands. Occasional domestic travel may be required.---ApplyInterested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC.Apply Now or Save This Job to come back later.