Pay Rate: $29/hr
Shift: 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking experienced Machinists to support the manufacture of high-precision rotating aerospace components. This role is ideal for skilled machinists who can perform complex setups, maintain ultra-tight tolerances, and independently verify quality throughout the machining process.

Working in a low-volume, high-mix production environment, you'll play a key role in producing components that operate at speeds exceeding 70,000 RPM, where precision and attention to detail are critical.

• Set up and operate CNC lathes or CNC mills for production machining

• Perform multiple machine setups throughout the shift

• Run and monitor production jobs while maintaining quality requirements

• Manage up to three machines simultaneously within a manufacturing cell

• Perform first article inspections and in-process inspections

• Verify and sign off on completed operations

• Inspect:

  • Bore dimensions

  • Outside diameters (OD)

  • Inside diameters (ID)

  • Runout tolerances

  • Linear dimensions

• Hold tolerances as tight as .0002"

• Bore jaws and establish setups to maintain critical runout tolerances

• Make minor G-code edits when required based on established programs

• Troubleshoot machining and dimensional issues

• Support continuous improvement of machining processes

• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and job packages

• Maintain accurate inspection and production records

• Follow established manufacturing and safety procedures

Candidates must possess experience in one of the following areas:

• Experience operating CNC lathes

• Experience setting up and boring jaws

• Ability to maintain tight runout tolerances

OR

• Experience setting up and operating CNC mills

• Experience running production jobs independently

• Experience performing first article inspections

Additionally:

• 2–4 years of CNC machining experience or related manufacturing experience

• Ability to read blueprints and engineering drawings

• Strong understanding of precision measurement equipment

• Ability to work in a low-volume, high-mix production environment

• Aluminum

• Stainless Steel

• Titanium

• Ikegai TU15 CNC Lathes

• Fanuc Controllers

• Low-volume, high-mix manufacturing

• Frequent daily setup changes

• Precision aerospace component production

• Bore tolerances to approximately .0002"

• Tight runout control

• Components designed for assemblies operating above 70,000 RPM

• Experience with Ikegai lathes

• Fanuc control experience

• Aerospace machining experience

• Air-gauging experience for tight-tolerance bores

• Experience machining rotating assemblies and precision aerospace components

• Frequent lifting exceeding 30 lbs.

• Standing for extended periods

• Exposure to machining equipment, tooling, coolants, and manufacturing environments

• Ability to safely perform repetitive manufacturing activities

At PDS Tech Commercial, you'll work on high-performance aerospace components where precision machining directly impacts product reliability and performance.

• Competitive pay at $29/hr

• Third-shift premium opportunity

• Exposure to precision aerospace manufacturing

• Work with tight-tolerance rotating components

• Opportunity to utilize advanced CNC setup and inspection skills

• Collaborative team environment focus