Job Description
JOB TITLE: CNC Machinist
LOCATION: Gulfport, MS
PAY RATE: $42.50/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
- Job Type: Contract (Long Term)
- Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
- Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
- Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
- Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
- Shift: Monday through Thursday from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Qualifying Questions:
- Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?
- Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
- Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
- Operates 5-axis and 3-axis CNC machines, CNC lathes, waterjet equipment, and small manual lathes and milling machines.
- Determines necessary fixtures, attachments, and tools based on job specifications and mounts them before cutting.
- Performs programming for 3-axis and 5-axis CNC machines.
- Reads and interprets mechanical drawings to understand specifications and desired outcomes.
- Monitors machine run times throughout each operation cycle.
- Adjusts machine speed, tooling, and cutting techniques to ensure precision and accuracy.
- Oversees cutting processes, makes adjustments, and resolves issues to prevent errors.
- Monitors machine temperatures and ensures proper warm-up, cool-down, and coolant maintenance.
- Reviews and inputs cutting plans, making corrections as necessary.
- Performs routine maintenance including cleaning, lubrication, and tool replacement.
Requirements:
- Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum two years of CNC machine operation experience.
- 5-axis CNC machine experience required.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications.
- Proficiency in CNC programming and software interpretation.
- Ability to perform required programming for 3-axis and 5-axis machines.
- Experience with machine setup, tooling alignment, and operational processes.
- Familiarity with waterjet equipment and manual lathes and milling machines.
- Ability to perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot machine issues.
About Us:
The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.
As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.
Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense
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