CNC Machinist

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company

Last Updated: 5/26/2026 11:45:39 PM

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Current Days Open
55
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$40,000.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$90,000.00 (Yearly)
Historical Time to Fill
104
First Seen
6/26/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$40,000.00 (Yearly)
5/26/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$90,000.00 (Yearly)
5/26/2026

Full Job Description

This opportunity is located within our Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions.Click here to learn more. Job Description EBAD seeks a qualified candidate for the position CNC Machinist, reporting to the Machine Shop Supervisor. The position is for 1st shift and is located in Moorpark, CA. The position is responsible for fabricating precision-machined parts by setting up and operating CNC machining center or lathe per work orders, routers, & blueprints. Parts are smaller in size. Most runs are short, 10 to 500 pieces. Responsibilities: Ability to evaluate blue print and develop machining strategy Identify tooling to machine hardware. Create work holders used to machine hardware. Running first piece machine set-up ready for inspection. Verifying parts by using precision measuring equipment. Changing tools and offsets based in cutting conditions when running CNC. Using proper methodology and cutting tools to produce quality parts that adhere to production and quality standards. Set-up multiple spindle lathes with live tooling. Set-up 5 axis mills through 1st part machine set-up. Using proper feeds, speeds, and other cutting parameters based on work piece material such as aluminum, steel, stainless steel, titanium, etc. Revising programs as needed based on engineering or production required changes. Participating in troubleshooting on CNC programming and production related issues on the shop floor. Be able to machine prototype hardware 1 off and/or production runs. Other similar or related duties as required. Deburr parts when necessary. Requirements : Must be able to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints. 5 years minimum experience with multi axis CNC lathes and Mills. Machine setup for complex hardware experience. 5 years minimum experience running manual machines mills and lathes with little to no supervision a plus: Experience machining material titanium, stainless, aluminum, plastics and other std aerospace materials. Experience operating CNC swiss type (screw machine) a plus. ESPRIT, Master Cam programming software experience a plus. Knowledge of GD&T, blueprint reading and inspection tools Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Be able to communicate technical instructions with engineering department. Work with little or no supervision, previous lead experience a plus. Compensation: Salary Range: $40,000 - $90,000 per year. Salary is determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status. Ensign-Bickford Industries, (EBI), founded in 1836, is a privately-owned high technology conglomerate that participates in businesses that are relevant to the future of the world and have multigenerational growth prospects. As One EBI, we innovate in science and technology for the safety, health, and well-being of society, creating exceptional long-term value. Watch the video above to learn more about some of the incredible challenges we take on every day to deliver the best product for our customers, and ultimately the world. Ensign-Bickford Industries (EBI) is a global science and technology organization with unparalleled leadership positions in attractive industries and markets. We are EBI, positioned to take on some of the world's most complex technological and scientific challenges in diagnostics, pet food science, and aerospace and defense. Click here to learn about our Core Values We conduct business in a manner that reflects the highest human and ethical standards. With that commitment to mutually beneficial partnerships and a belief in the efficacy of genuine economic and social service, this cornerstone is the foundation of who we are as a company and our winning vision. AFB International AFB is the leader in pet food flavor enhancers. Ensuring product performance for pet food manufacturersand their customersis our business. Cawood Cawood is the UKs leading scientific group, recognized for its technical capability and value-added service to customers in land-based industries. Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company EBAD is a global leader in precision energetic systems and other innovative explosives, non-explosive and electromechanical solutions for the defense and aerospace markets. EnviroLogix EnviroLogix is an industry leader in the development and manufacturing of tests for the rapid detection of GMOs and mycotoxins throughout the worldwide food production chain.

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