Job Description

Job Description

At a Glance

Company: Colinear Aerospace
Location: Sparta, New Jersey
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: Competitive / DOE
Shift: Day Shift
Overtime: As needed
Experience Level: Mid–Senior
Industry: Aerospace
Quality System: AS9100 Rev D | ISO 9001:2015

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Why This Role Exists\n

Colinear Aerospace continues to expand its aerospace machining capacity and requires experienced machinists who can independently set up and run 4th-axis milling work to tight tolerances.

This role is critical to maintaining high first-pass yield, meeting quoted cycle times, and supporting first-article and repeat production in a regulated AS9100 environment.

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The Work You’ll Be Doing\n

In this role, you will:

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• Set up and operate CNC milling machines with 4th-axis capability
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• Perform complete job setups, including workholding, tooling, and offsets
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• Machine complex aerospace components to tight tolerances
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• Read and interpret complex blueprints, customer specifications, and GD&T
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• Make real-time adjustments to feeds, speeds, and offsets to ensure part conformance
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• Perform in-process inspections and support First Article Inspections (FAIs)
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• Collaborate with programmers, engineers, and quality to improve cycle times and tooling
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• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with AS9100 requirements
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• Keep machines and work areas clean, organized, and safety-compliant
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• Perform basic preventative maintenance and monitor machine condition
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This is a hands-on machining role where setup quality and attention to detail matter.

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Machines, Controls & Inspection\n

You’ll work with equipment and tools such as:

Machines: CNC Mills with 4th-axis capability
Controls: (Fanuc / Haas / similar – depending on cell)
Inspection Tools: Micrometers, dial bore gages, indicators, and other precision measuring equipment
Quality System: AS9100-compliant documentation and inspection processes

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Materials You’ll Work With\n

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• Titanium
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• Inconel
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• Stainless Steel
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• Aluminum
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What We’re Looking For\n

Required:

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• 3–5+ years of experience operating CNC mills with 4th-axis capability
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• Strong understanding of CNC setups, offsets, and tooling
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• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints and GD&T
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• Experience machining aerospace or other high-precision components
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• Proficiency with precision measurement tools and inspection practices
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• Familiarity with AS9100 procedures and documentation
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• Ability to work independently and troubleshoot machining issues
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Preferred (Not Required):

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• Experience optimizing cycle times and tooling strategies
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• Exposure to SMED or other setup reduction methodologies
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• CAM programming experience
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90-Day & 1-Year Success Expectations\n

First 90 Days

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• Complete setups and first parts within 20% of quoted setup time
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• Maintain >90% first-pass yield by minimizing scrap and rework
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• Hold repeat job cycle times within ±10% of quoted cycle time
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• Complete forklift and saw training/certifications
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1-Year Goals

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• Maintain >98% accuracy on critical dimensions
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• Assess and implement at least one SMED technique to reduce setup time
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Why Machinists Like Working Here\n

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• Aerospace work where quality and precision actually matter
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• Clean, organized AS9100-certified facility
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• Strong collaboration between machinists, programmers, and engineering
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• Stable workload and realistic production expectations
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• A shop culture that respects skilled tradespeople
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Pay & Benefits\n

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• Competitive pay based on experience
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• 401(k)
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• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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• Paid time off
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Apply\n

Interested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC .

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