The Process Engineer – Aerospace Precision Machining is responsible for developing, optimizing, and controlling high-precision machining processes used in the production of aerospace components. This role ensures compliance with aerospace quality standards while improving efficiency, reducing scrap, helping with quoting, and maintaining tight tolerances on critical parts.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and optimize CNC machining processes for aerospace components (milling, turning, grinding)
- Create and maintain process documentation and standard work
- Select tooling, cutting parameters, and work holding solutions for tight-tolerance parts
- Support new product introduction (NPI) from prototype through production
- Conduct root cause analysis for dimensional, surface finish, and quality issues
- Improve cycle times, reduce scrap, and increase machine utilization
- Perform capability studies (Cp, Cpk) and statistical process control (SPC)
- Ensure compliance with aerospace standards such as AS9100
- Collaborate with programming, quality, and production teams
- Support capital equipment purchases and machine validation
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering
- 5+ years of experience in precision CNC machining (aerospace preferred)
- Strong understanding of GD&T and blueprint interpretation
- Experience working with tight tolerances (±0.0005” or tighter)
- Knowledge of machining aerospace materials (Titanium, Inconel, Aluminum alloys, Stainless Steel)
- Familiarity with SPC and quality systems
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with CNC machining
- Knowledge of CAD/CAM software (Mastercam, SolidWorks)
- Experience in aerospace manufacturing environments
- Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification
- Experience with process validation and FAI documentation
- APQP or PPAP experience
Key Skills
- Process optimization
- Tooling and fixturing design
- Root cause analysis (8D, Fishbone, 5 Why)
- Continuous improvement
- Technical documentation
- Cross-functional collaboration
Work Environment
- Precision machining and aerospace manufacturing facility
- Exposure to machine shop environment (coolant, metal chips, noise)
- Use of measurement equipment (micrometers, height gauges, optical comparators)
Ventura Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmarive Action Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, gender orientation, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, creed, disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodations may include but are not limited to, that which may enable individuals with disabilities and special disabled veterans to perform the essential functions of this position.
Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What knowledge do you have with CAD/CAM software?
- Do you have experience with process validation and FAI documentation? Explain.
- Do you have experience working in an aerospace environment?
- Do you have strong knowledge of machining aerospace materials?
- Do you have APQP or PPAP experience?
- How many years of experience in precision CNC machining (aerospace preferred)?
Work Location: In person
