Job Description

As a CNC Machinist, you will operate two CMS Poseidon 5-axis CNC machines, working primarily with composite materials, wood, and tool board. The role involves some programming, which can be trained, and utilizes Mastercam software. You will be responsible for machining parts, mold making, and creating parts for ground systems, jigs, and plywood. You are expected to rapidly make fixtures on the fly and monitor the machines performance. Critical thinking and the ability to communicate issues to engineers and programmers are essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines, specifically CMS Poseidon 5-axis.
• Work with composite materials, wood, and tool board.
• Program machines using Mastercam, with training provided if necessary.
• Machine parts and make molds for ground systems, jigs, and plywood.
• Rapidly create fixtures as needed and monitor machine performance.
• Communicate issues and collaborate with engineers and programmers.

Essential Skills

• Experience as a CNC Operator, preferably with composite machining experience.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
• Proficient in problem-solving to troubleshoot machine issues.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in woodworking.
• Experience working with vacuum tables.

Why Work Here?

Join a rapidly growing company that is a competitor to SpaceX, offering stability and growth opportunities in your career.

Work Environment

This role is based in a machine shop environment, distinct from a production setting. You will work Monday through Friday from 7 AM to 3:30 PM, with a high likelihood of overtime.

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Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Middle River,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 20, 2025.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.