5-axis Set-up Machinist

Title: Set-Up Machinist (5-axis)

Location: Santa Fe Springs, CA

Employment Type: Full-Time Onsite

Shift: 1st Shift (Day)

Industry: Aerospace / Defense Manufacturing

Type: Direct Hire

Compensation: $40.00-$60.00/hr.

Company Overview

Spearman Aerospace is a precision machining and manufacturing company serving the aerospace and defense industries. Operating in an AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015 certified environment, the company specializes in complex machined components produced on state-of-the-art CNC equipment including Matsuura MX-330 5-Axis, Hwacheon Vesta 1000, and Doosan DNM 350/5AX and 200/5AX machining centers. With Boeing D6-51991 digital-model approval and ITAR registration, Spearman Aerospace supports demanding Tier-1 and Tier-2 aerospace assemblies where precision, repeatability, and traceability are essential.

Position Summary

The 5-Axis CNC Set-Up Machinist will be responsible for performing precise machine set-ups, proving out pre-developed programs, and running production parts to print on advanced 5-axis vertical machining centers. Programs are provided and fully verified by engineering; your role focuses on fixture installation, work offsets, tooling setup, part verification, and efficient operation in a high-mix/low-volume aerospace environment.

Key Responsibilities

Set up 5-axis CNC machines (Matsuura MX-330 PC10 pallet system, Doosan DNM 350/5AX and 200/5AX).

Install and verify fixtures, workholding, and tooling for each operation.

Load, probe, and verify programs provided by the programming team (no editing required).

Perform part inspection using standard metrology tools (calipers, micrometers, indicators, height gauges).

Maintain proper documentation of setups, in-process checks, and part traceability under AS9100D quality procedures.

Collaborate with engineering, programming, and quality teams to resolve issues related to tooling or fixturing.

Monitor machine operation, make minor tool wear adjustments, and ensure efficient run time.

Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow all company safety protocols. Qualifications

7-15 years minimum of CNC set-up experience (5-axis preferred).

Familiarity with Matsuura, Doosan, or similar high-precision machining centers.

Strong understanding of G-code operations, work offsets, tool lengths, and probing systems (Renishaw preferred).

Ability to read and interpret aerospace blueprints and GD&T.

Experience with aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, and aerospace alloys.

Comfort working in an AS9100D / ISO 9001:2015 certified production environment.

Basic PC skills for interacting with digital travelers, setup sheets, and inspection logs.

Benefits

Competitive pay based on experience

Full medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Opportunities for training and advancement on automated 5-axis pallet systems