All Around Machinist - 2nd shift (CNC - Aerospace)

PCX Aerostructures, LLC
United States, Connecticut, Newington
300 Fenn Road (Show on map)
Jan 28, 2026
Title All Around Machinist - 2nd shift (CNC - Aerospace) About the Organization Applied Aerospace & Defense (Applied) is a premier provider of advanced design, engineering, and vertically integrated manufacturing solutions for leading and next-generation space and defense technology companies. Applied builds complex hardware for extreme operating environments and is focused on three core markets: Space and Launch Systems, Defense Aviation and Airborne Systems, and C5ISR and Precision Strike Systems. With decades of space and defense manufacturing heritage, Applied combines deep material science and IP-enabled process expertise with the ability to enable rapid prototyping, enhance new product development, and responsively scale production. Across its nationwide infrastructure of advanced manufacturing facilities, Applied continuously supports a balanced mix of next-generation technology and platform development, large scale production programs, and aftermarket sustainment for enduring platforms. EOE Statement Applied Aerospace and Defense is an equal opportunity employer. Description FUNCTION: Set up, operate, troubleshoot and perform work on a variety of machinery. Be flexible, willing and capable of being trained on additional machines. Perform work at a consistently high level of quality. Be reliable in consistency of work and willingness to work outside of core area of expertise. Position Requirements TYPICAL DUTIES: Must be capable & willing to set up operations that have previously been proven out independently without oversight of a leadman or CNC programmer. Must be capable of running a minimum of two of the following machine types: 3 and 4 axis Horizontal and Vertical Machining Centers, 5 axis machining centers, Vertical Turret Lathes, Cylindrical Grinders, Mill/Turn machines, CNC boring machines, Horizontal lathes, manual machines. Must be willing to perform work on machines throughout the shop, not only the machines that are within the person's core area of expertise. For example: must be willing to perform work on a Mitsubishi 4 axis machining center even when the person normally runs a Mazak 730 Variaxis. Must be capable & willing to identify opportunities for improvement in tooling, cutting methods, mistake proofing & work instruction documentation. Must possess a skill level that eliminates errors that cause nonconforming material and maintain a consistent level of high quality work. Identify non-conformances at time of occurrence. Recognize opportunities for non-conformances and notify management of need for action. Actively participate in various aspects of Continuous Improvement projects which may include but is not limited to 5S, TPM, kaizen events, and set-up reduction events, which is aligned with the commitment to continuous improvement activities in Article II of the collective bargaining agreement. Must work safely at all times. Participate in safety improvement initiatives by raising any safety concerns and helping to come up with corrective actions. Must be capable & willing to assist or train other employees in this or lower classifications as needed. Refer difficulties to leader or supervisor as appropriate May be assigned to carry out tasks, not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department or cell objectives and to develop individuals' skills. Shift -not applicable- Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Location Applied Aerospace & Defense, Newington Category Manufacturing Req Number MAN-26-00005 Position All Around Machinist - A Close Date Post Internal Days 0 Number of Openings 1 Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt Hiring Manager(s) This position is currently accepting applications. Apply Now