CNC Machinist

CNC Machinist

AeroNautix Precision, LLC | Deep River, Connecticut | Full-Time, On-Site

About AeroNautix

AeroNautix Precision, LLC is a precision CNC machining company located in Deep River, Connecticut. We serve the aerospace, defense, marine, infrastructure, and advanced technology industries, producing tight-tolerance components and assemblies for critical applications. Our recent expansion presents a unique opportunity for the right candidate to join a growing manufacturing company with modern facilities, excellent equipment, and significant room for professional growth.

The Role

This is a hands-on manufacturing position responsible for setting up and operating CNC equipment, producing quality parts to engineering drawings and specifications, and supporting programming and process improvements as experience permits. You will work closely with company leadership and other team members to complete prototype and production work safely, efficiently, and accurately.

While technical competency is important, AeroNautix prioritizes character, work ethic, accountability, and teamwork and is committed to providing an environment that fosters those values. We seek team members who communicate well, work collaboratively, take ownership of their mistakes, help their teammates, and are always looking for ways to improve. We consider those principles critical to the success of the company and our employees.

Core Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC equipment for vertical milling, turning, mill-turn, and EDM operations as required.

• Select and install appropriate workholding, fixturing, and tooling for assigned jobs.

• Produce first article and production parts and verify conformance to drawings and specifications.

• Run production jobs efficiently while maintaining quality requirements.

• Identify programming, setup, tooling, and process issues and work with company leadership to resolve them.

• Make routine program edits at the control and support CNC programming activities as experience permits.

• Assist with process improvements and support the training of other team members as appropriate.

• Maintain a clean and safe working environment while prioritizing quality and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Must qualify as a U.S. Person under applicable U.S. export control regulations due to access to export-controlled technical data.

• 3+ years of CNC machining experience desirable, including setup and operation of CNC equipment.

• Demonstrated ability to read a setup package, independently set up assigned work, and produce conforming parts from engineering drawings.

• Fluent interpretation of engineering drawings and GD&T.

• Familiarity with Okuma (OSP) and Haas machines and controls preferred.

• Competence with precision inspection equipment and familiarity with quality management systems.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation commensurate with experience and demonstrated technical capability.

• Company-funded health insurance reimbursement program.

• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contribution.

• Paid time off and paid holidays.

• Professional development and training opportunities.

• Overtime opportunities as workload requires.

• Additional benefits as applicable.

Schedule

Full-time, on-site position in Deep River, Connecticut. First-shift, Monday through Friday schedule. Overtime may be available or required based on production needs.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment, remain standing or moving for extended periods, and routinely handle materials, tooling, and components associated with CNC machining operations. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AeroNautix Precision, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person