Inversion Space
CNC Machinist II
Playa Vista, California, United States · Full-time · Posted Sep 30, 2026
- Experience
- Typically 2+ years of CNC set-up experience with 5-axis mills and CNC lathes; desired: typically 3+ years working with 3-axis and 5-axis machines.
- Visa sponsorship
- Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State to comply with ITAR. Must also be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. government Secret/Top Secret security clearance.
About the job
Sets up and operates CNC mills and lathes to machine aerospace components and tooling to precise specifications, while supporting process improvements and shop safety.
What you'll do
- Set up and operate multi-axis CNC milling machines and CNC lathes with live tooling; select and maintain tooling, fixtures, and workholding.
- Inspect parts during production, monitor machining runs, and troubleshoot machining or programming issues.
- Collaborate with programmers to maintain efficient workflows and help keep the shop clean, organized, and safe.
What they ask for
- Typically 2+ years of CNC set-up experience with 5-axis mills and CNC lathes.
- Familiarity with CNC controls such as Fanuc, TNC-7, and Haas.
- Ability to hold tight tolerances up to 0.0001; proficiency reading blueprints, GD&T, and engineering drawings and using precision measuring tools.
- Experience machining aerospace alloys; ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods; ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government Secret/Top Secret security clearance.
Nice to have
- Typically 3+ years of experience working with 3-axis and 5-axis machines.
- Experience post-machining additively manufactured components; experience machining aluminum, titanium, and nickel alloys.
Pay
$30.00 - $37.00 USD per hour (base salary)
Tools
CNC milling machines, CNC lathes, Fanuc, TNC-7, Haas, micrometers, calipers, bore gauges
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