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Machine Shop Manager - Aerospace Machining & CNC Programming

If you are a results-driven manufacturing leader with deep CNC machining expertise and a commitment to operational excellence, we encourage you to apply.

Are you an experienced manufacturing leader with a passion for precision machining and operational excellence? We are seeking a Machine Shop Manager to oversee all aspects of our machining operations supporting advanced aerospace engineering and manufacturing programs for the Department of Defense (DoD), NASA, and other defense and aerospace partners.

This is an opportunity to lead a highly skilled team, drive continuous improvement, and play a direct role in producing critical components that support national defense and space exploration initiatives.

As Machine Shop Manager, you will be responsible for the overall performance of the machine shop, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality operations while meeting customer requirements and contract schedules.

Your responsibilities will include managing daily production activities, overseeing CNC machining and programming operations, coordinating production schedules, and ensuring effective material and tooling utilization. You will lead machinists, CNC programmers, and technical personnel while fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, quality, and safety.

You will work closely with engineering, quality assurance, and program management teams to support manufacturing requirements, optimize workflows, and solve complex production challenges. This position also plays a key role in proposal development, cost estimating, and responding to customer requests for quotation.

Additional responsibilities include maintaining compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, ITAR, DFARS, and customer-specific requirements; managing cost, schedule, and performance metrics; supporting audits and customer reviews; and representing the company during technical briefings and facility tours.

The ideal candidate will have:

• 15+ years of aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing experience
• 10+ years of manufacturing operations or production leadership experience
• 5+ years of program or project management experience with responsibility for cost, schedule, and performance
• Extensive hands-on knowledge of CNC machining operations, tooling, production processes, and shop management
• Strong proficiency with Mastercam, G-code programming, CAD/CAM systems, and production planning
• Experience preparing manufacturing estimates, quotations, and production plans from engineering drawings and specifications
• Strong understanding of AS9100, ISO 9001, ITAR, and DFARS compliance requirements
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems in a manufacturing environment
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and translate them into effective manufacturing solutions

Education: Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent industry experience may be substituted for all educational requirements.

Candidates with the following experience are strongly encouraged to apply:

• Degree or formal training in machining or manufacturing technology
• Experience with SolidWorks and Surfcam
• Active or previous Secret security clearance
• Direct experience supporting NASA, DoD, or prime aerospace contractor machining programs
• Background in high-mix, low-volume precision machining environments

You will have the opportunity to lead a critical manufacturing operation supporting some of the nation's most important aerospace and defense programs. We offer a collaborative environment where technical expertise, leadership, innovation, and continuous improvement are valued and rewarded.

Thank you for your interest in the position. As part of our hiring process, we conduct thorough background checks and a drug screen to ensure the safety and integrity of our workplace. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and consent to these pre-employment screening procedures.