CNC Machinist

CNC Machinist role at Karman Space & Defense

We are seeking an experienced 3‑axis CNC Machinist, 1st Shift for our Corona, CA location.

Operate the CNC machine efficiently, ensuring tools, NC programs, equipment are ready. Coordinate product flow with management to support customer demand, work with NC programmers to coordinate setups, manufacture product. The machinist must explain their role within the QMS and how it contributes to quality, product conformity, and safety.

Corona, CA

1st Shift: 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM. 2nd Shift: 5:00 PM to 5:00 AM.

• Maintain and realize AS 9100 procedures and continuous improvement efforts.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Keep the CNC clean and general maintenance up to date.
• Keep machine fixtures clean and stored properly.
• Work with management to prioritize machine schedule.
• Work with programmers to minimize set‑up and manufacture time.
• Order cutters and tooling as required to support manufacturing.
• Operate the CNC.
• Report to management recommendations and/or concerns that will affect quality or time management.
• Understand how customer products are impacted in the event of failure.
• Any other duties as required.

• Must be detail oriented, extremely organized, have excellent communication skills and be able to interact well with all levels of management.
• Must have experience with Siemens 840D and Fanuc 31i‑B5 controls.
• Must have excellent blueprint interpretation skills.
• Must have thorough understanding of machine set‑ups, tooling, and cutters.
• Must have direct communication with internal customers.
• Must be trained on applicable changes & customer requirements.
• Must know the QMS basic system of reporting, record keeping and follow instructions.

• High school graduate or equivalent work experience.
• Adequate years of operating CNC equipment determined by Karman.

• Constant standing/walking/sitting for at least 8 hours.
• Occasional pushing, pulling, lifting, or carrying up to 50 lbs, minimum 35 lbs.
• Sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment.
• Clarity of vision at approximately 20 inches or less. Corrective lenses may be worn to fulfill requirement.
• Prolonged periods of repetitive movement are required.
• Constant holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with the hand(s).
• Occasional extending of arms to reach overhead, at shoulder level and below shoulder level.

This position operates in a warehouse/shop/manufacturing environment.

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement

Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level.

Employment type:

Full‑time. Job function:
Management and Manufacturing. Industries:
Defense and Space Manufacturing.

As a federal contractor, Karman Space & Defense is committed to compliance with all federal employment eligibility requirements. We participate in E‑Verify, a web‑based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. As an E‑Verify employer, federal compliance mandates that we require documentation to verify your identity and employment authorization upon hire.

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.