Position Summary
SEI Technologies is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to join our growing aerospace and defense manufacturing team.
This is not a high-volume production environment. We specialize in complex, tight-tolerance machined components where quality, craftsmanship, and problem-solving matter. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting up, operating, and optimizing CNC machining processes while working closely with programming, engineering, and quality teams.
We are looking for machinists who take pride in their work, enjoy technical challenges, and want to be part of a team building world-class manufacturing capabilities.
Key ResponsibilitiesCNC Setup & Machining
- Set up and operate CNC mills and lathes
- Verify machine setups, tooling, workholding, and offsets
- Produce precision machined components to customer specifications
- Perform in-process inspections and make offset adjustments as required
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, and work instructions
- Monitor tool wear and optimize machining processes for quality and efficiency
- Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and process issues
Quality & Precision
- Manufacture parts to tight tolerances, often as close as ±0.0002"
- Utilize precision measuring equipment including micrometers, calipers, indicators, bore gages, and height gages
- Perform first-piece and in-process inspections
- Work closely with Quality to ensure conformity and prevent defects
- Maintain accurate production and inspection records
Continuous Improvement
- Identify opportunities to improve cycle times, quality, and process reliability
- Participate in problem-solving and root cause investigations
- Support implementation of new tooling, fixtures, and machining strategies
- Help develop standardized best practices across the shop
QualificationsRequired
- 3+ years of CNC machining experience
- Experience setting up and operating CNC mills and/or lathes
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
- Working knowledge of GD&T
- Experience using precision measuring equipment
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to work independently and make sound decisions on the shop floor
Preferred
- Aerospace, defense, medical, or other precision manufacturing experience
- Experience with high-mix, low-volume machining
- CNC programming experience or desire to learn
- Experience with Mastercam or similar CAM software
- Familiarity with ERP systems and digital manufacturing processes
- Experience machining stainless steel, aluminum, titanium, and nickel alloys
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What CNC equipment are you proficient on?
- What are your salary requirements?
Experience:
- CNC mill: 3 years (Preferred)
- CNC lathe: 3 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
