Lead CNC Machinist - Aerospace & Defense Industry!

Job ID: Aerospace & Defense Lead CNC Machinist – Climate-controlled facility in a stable, growing organization.

About the role

Produce complex aluminum parts for the Aerospace and Defense industries. Train and lead other machinists within the work cell. This critical role reports directly to the Manufacturing Supervisor/Manager.

Responsibilities

• Start-to-finish set-up and prove-out of machined components to receive first-piece acceptance while meeting required time constraints.
• Train employees and provide performance-assessment feedback to the Supervisor.
• Operate multiple CNC milling machines and perform in-process inspection on production jobs using micrometers, calipers, and Tesa-Hite.
• Provide department updates, metrics, and reports to the Supervisor.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide first-line technical support to machinists for machined components and manufacturing issues.
• Promote a culture of safety within the work cell.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• 5+ years of CNC experience.
• Demonstrated ability to lead other machinists.
• Strong knowledge in all aspects of producing top-quality precision aluminum components.
• Ability to work with internal drawings, travelers, set-up sheets, proper fixturing, offset and tool setting, and prove-out of programs.
• Perform basic edits to programs on Fanuc controls.
• Demonstrated ability to solve highly technical problems.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Additional 40 hours of sick time.
• Paid parental leave.
• Competitive 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.
• Education reimbursement program for professional development.
• Climate-controlled facility.
• Subsidized vending and on-site break areas.
• Complimentary coffee and refreshments.
• Clean, modern work environment with advanced equipment and technology.
• Opportunities for career growth within a stable, growing aerospace manufacturing organization.

About the company

Heico has a history of success. Since its founding over 40 years ago, The Heico Companies has grown from a single business to over 80 separate companies through a strategic acquisition policy and by reinvesting earnings into internal growth. Heico specializes in restoring distressed companies and targets acquisitions that complement its portfolio in manufacturing, construction, and industrial services, organized into four core groups: Metal Processing, Construction Solutions, Applied Solutions, and Industrial Technologies.

Acquired companies operate independently, allowing for autonomy while sharing knowledge across the organization. Heico remains privately held, with majority ownership in each operation, generating over $3.3 billion in revenues. Many of its businesses are certified Woman-owned Business Enterprises (WBE).