CNC VTL / Lathe Machinist – 2nd Shift (Aerospace Components)
Barnes Aerospace, East Granby, CT, United States
At a Glance
Company: Barnes Aerospace
Location: 7 Connecticut South Dr, East Granby, CT 06026 (on-site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $26 – $38 per hour (based on experience)
Shift: 2nd Shift | Monday–Friday | 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Shift Differential: +15% for 2nd shift
Overtime: Available
Experience Level: Mid–Senior (3–5+ years VTL / lathe machining experience)
Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States
Safety Sensitive: Yes (FAA & DOT compliance required)
Why This Role Exists
This role exists to support aerospace manufacturing and repair programs requiring precision turning of rotating components. At Barnes Aerospace, this position plays a key role in machining complex parts on VTL and lathe equipment, ensuring performance, reliability, and compliance with aerospace standards.
The Work You’ll Be Doing
In this role, you will:
Perform complex setups and operate CNC and/or manual VTL and lathe machines
Support both production and NPI (New Product Introduction) work with minimal supervision
Machine rotating aerospace components, including parts with plasma coatings and K/E seals
Make program edits and process adjustments to meet part specifications
Read and interpret blueprints, operation sheets, and machining instructions
Verify dimensions using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, depth gages, height gages, and verniers
Work with engineering teams to optimize machining processes, tooling, and setups
Detect and report machining issues, material concerns, or quality deviations
Maintain safety, quality, and production standards
Provide guidance and training to other machinists as needed
Machines, Controls & Software
You’ll work with equipment such as:
Machines:
CNC and manual VTLs and lathes
Equipment Brands:
Mazak, Mori Seiki, Leblond (and similar)
Controls:
Fanuc
Inspection Tools:
Micrometers, depth gages, height gages, verniers, and other precision measuring tools
Materials You’ll Work With
Inconel
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Aerospace-grade alloys
Coated aerospace components (plasma coatings, K/E seals)
What We’re Looking For
Required
3–5+ years of machining experience in an aerospace environment
3+ years of experience setting up and operating VTLs and/or lathes
Strong math skills and understanding of GD&T
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and operation sheets
Experience machining tight-tolerance components
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
Ability to work in a team-based manufacturing environment
Preferred (Not Required)
Experience machining plasma coatings and K/E seals
Experience with Mazak, Mori Seiki, or Leblond machines
Familiarity with Statistical Process Control (SPC)
Willingness to learn CNC programming
Why Machinists Like Working Here
Machinists choose Barnes Aerospace because:
Stable aerospace manufacturing and repair programs
Opportunity to work on complex rotating components
Modern equipment and strong engineering support
Competitive pay with 15% shift differential
Team-driven environment focused on quality and precision
Opportunities to expand skills and grow within the company
Pay, Benefits & Schedule
Pay Range:
$26 – $38/hr (DOE)
Pay Notes:
+15% shift differential for 2nd shift
Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting the 1st of the month following start date
401(k) with 50% match on the first 6%
4% retirement contribution deposited into the 401(k) plan
Quarterly incentive opportunities
Yearly performance bonus
100% education reimbursement after 1 year
PTO: 2 weeks in year one plus 4 floating holidays
Flex time program
Discounted Care.com membership
Discounted Calm app membership
Schedule:
Monday–Friday
2nd Shift | 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Overtime available
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Interested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC.
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Company: Barnes Aerospace
Location: 7 Connecticut South Dr, East Granby, CT 06026 (on-site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $26 – $38 per hour (based on experience)
Shift: 2nd Shift | Monday–Friday | 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Shift Differential: +15% for 2nd shift
Overtime: Available
Experience Level: Mid–Senior (3–5+ years VTL / lathe machining experience)
Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States
Safety Sensitive: Yes (FAA & DOT compliance required)
Why This Role Exists
This role exists to support aerospace manufacturing and repair programs requiring precision turning of rotating components. At Barnes Aerospace, this position plays a key role in machining complex parts on VTL and lathe equipment, ensuring performance, reliability, and compliance with aerospace standards.
The Work You’ll Be Doing
In this role, you will:
Perform complex setups and operate CNC and/or manual VTL and lathe machines
Support both production and NPI (New Product Introduction) work with minimal supervision
Machine rotating aerospace components, including parts with plasma coatings and K/E seals
Make program edits and process adjustments to meet part specifications
Read and interpret blueprints, operation sheets, and machining instructions
Verify dimensions using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, depth gages, height gages, and verniers
Work with engineering teams to optimize machining processes, tooling, and setups
Detect and report machining issues, material concerns, or quality deviations
Maintain safety, quality, and production standards
Provide guidance and training to other machinists as needed
Machines, Controls & Software
You’ll work with equipment such as:
Machines:
CNC and manual VTLs and lathes
Equipment Brands:
Mazak, Mori Seiki, Leblond (and similar)
Controls:
Fanuc
Inspection Tools:
Micrometers, depth gages, height gages, verniers, and other precision measuring tools
Materials You’ll Work With
Inconel
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Aerospace-grade alloys
Coated aerospace components (plasma coatings, K/E seals)
What We’re Looking For
Required
3–5+ years of machining experience in an aerospace environment
3+ years of experience setting up and operating VTLs and/or lathes
Strong math skills and understanding of GD&T
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and operation sheets
Experience machining tight-tolerance components
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
Ability to work in a team-based manufacturing environment
Preferred (Not Required)
Experience machining plasma coatings and K/E seals
Experience with Mazak, Mori Seiki, or Leblond machines
Familiarity with Statistical Process Control (SPC)
Willingness to learn CNC programming
Why Machinists Like Working Here
Machinists choose Barnes Aerospace because:
Stable aerospace manufacturing and repair programs
Opportunity to work on complex rotating components
Modern equipment and strong engineering support
Competitive pay with 15% shift differential
Team-driven environment focused on quality and precision
Opportunities to expand skills and grow within the company
Pay, Benefits & Schedule
Pay Range:
$26 – $38/hr (DOE)
Pay Notes:
+15% shift differential for 2nd shift
Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting the 1st of the month following start date
401(k) with 50% match on the first 6%
4% retirement contribution deposited into the 401(k) plan
Quarterly incentive opportunities
Yearly performance bonus
100% education reimbursement after 1 year
PTO: 2 weeks in year one plus 4 floating holidays
Flex time program
Discounted Care.com membership
Discounted Calm app membership
Schedule:
Monday–Friday
2nd Shift | 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Overtime available
Apply
Interested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC.
Apply now or save this job to come back later.
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