True Anomaly
CNC Machinist & Programmer
Long Beach, CA · Full-time · Posted May 27, 2026
- Experience
- CNC machining experience required; no number of years stated.
- 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.
About the job
Sets up, programs, and operates CNC equipment to make precision aerospace components, while building out the machine shop and supporting rapid R&D prototyping.
What you'll do
- Program and operate 5-axis CNC mills, lathes, and other CNC machines; develop and optimize CAM toolpaths.
- Collaborate with engineers on prototype iterations and design-for-manufacturability, and inspect parts to engineering requirements.
- Help establish the machine shop by selecting and procuring machines, tooling, fixturing, and metrology equipment.
What they ask for
- Demonstrated proficiency in 5-axis milling and complex multi-axis CNC programming.
- Strong CAM experience in Mastercam, Esprit, or HyperMill; able to write programs independently.
- Experience in an R&D or prototype-heavy environment.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and 3D CAD models; strong metrology skills.
Nice to have
- Experience in aerospace, defense, or space hardware manufacturing; machine shop build-out or equipment procurement.
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing and 5S; complementary machining processes, cleanroom protocols, or aerospace quality standards.
Pay
$26.50-$36/hr (base salary); $31.50-$41.50/hr (base salary); $36-$50.50/hr (base salary); $43.50-$60/hr (base salary)
Tools
5-axis CNC mills, lathes, Mastercam, Esprit, HyperMill, SolidWorks, CATIA, CMM
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