Lathe Machinist, East Longmeadow, MA
Direct placement opportunity
$62k-$83k/yr
Job Description
The Lathe Machinist is a highly skilled, dual-focused role that combines advanced precision machining with hands-on leadership. You will restore, modify, and manufacture flight-critical civil and military jet engine components to strict regulatory tolerances, primarily using CNC lathes and turning centers, with secondary work on mills. In addition to expert machining, you will guide and mentor apprentice and mid-level machinists, ensuring high standards in quality, safety, and technical excellence.
The role is based in a precision machining and aerospace repair facility focused on flight-critical jet engine components. You will work daily with CNC lathes and turning centers, mills, drill presses, grinding equipment, and a range of precision inspection tools such as micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and bore gauges. The environment follows FAA/EASA Repair Station safety, quality, and operational standards, with structured procedures and rigorous inspection processes.
Responsibilities
Set up, program, adjust, and operate manual and CNC machining equipment with a primary focus on CNC lathes and turning centers and a secondary focus on milling machines.
Create, edit, and optimize CNC programs, including G-code, to produce precision components using Fanuc controls and Clausing CNC lathes.
Apply strong SolidWorks skills to interpret and work from CAD models, engineering drawings, and product layouts for accurate part production.
Grind and machine high-strength steels, superalloys, and aeronautical materials to close tolerances in line with engineering specifications and aerospace industry standards.
Read, analyze, and implement complex engineering blueprints, technical manuals, and product layouts to plan machining operations and verify feasibility.
Use precision inspection equipment such as micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and bore gauges to verify dimensional accuracy and ensure compliance with quality and regulatory requirements.
Inspect machined components and document results to support quality assurance and regulatory compliance for flight-critical engine parts.
Train, monitor, and mentor junior and entry-level machinists, providing guidance on machining techniques, programming, quality control, and safe work practices.
Promote best practices in machining, programming, quality, and workplace safety across the team.
Perform routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting on machining centers to maintain optimal performance and minimize downtime.
Ensure all work adheres to FAA/EASA Repair Station safety, quality, and operational standards.
Collaborate with engineering and quality personnel to resolve machining issues and continuously improve processes.
Essential Skills
Proven experience setting up, programming, and operating CNC lathes and turning centers, with additional experience on milling machines.
Hands-on expertise in CNC programming, including creating and editing G-code.
Experience working with Fanuc controls and operating or programming Clausing CNC lathes.
Strong proficiency with SolidWorks for interpreting and working with CAD models and engineering data.
Advanced precision machining skills for grinding and machining high-strength steels, superalloys, and aeronautical materials to close tolerances.
Ability to read, interpret, and implement complex engineering drawings, blueprints, product layouts, CAD models, and technical manuals.
Proficiency in using precision inspection tools such as micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and bore gauges.
Solid mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills for machining processes and equipment.
Experience with drill press and general machine operating in a precision manufacturing environment.
Ability to lead, train, and mentor junior machinists while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
Commitment to adhering to aerospace industry standards and regulatory requirements for flight-critical components.
Why Work Here?
You will join a technically advanced environment where craftsmanship and precision are highly valued, and your expertise directly supports safety and performance in aerospace applications. The organization emphasizes continuous learning, providing opportunities to mentor others while expanding your own skills in CNC programming, advanced materials, and regulatory standards. You will work alongside dedicated professionals who prioritize quality, safety, and teamwork, in a setting that recognizes and rewards technical excellence and leadership.
Interested or know someone that may be? Contact Madeline Gasser at 201 577 4299
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of East Longmeadow, MA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $83200.00/yr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
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Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of East Longmeadow, MA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in East Longmeadow,MA.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
