CNC Machinist

Laborup
📍 Oak Ridge, Tennessee, United States

About this role

Overview

We're hiring CNC Machinists for our aerospace and defense machine shop.

Our parts fly on F-16s, orbit on the International Space Station, and spin in nuclear centrifuges. We run low-volume, short-run work in one of the only true aerospace precision shops in the Knoxville area.

You'll take parts from setup through final inspection on equipment ranging from a large 5-axis gantry mill and multiple large horizontal boring mills to VTLs and a full mix of 3-axis and manual machines.

Why Join Us

  • High-impact parts: Your work goes on F-16s and the International Space Station.
  • Rare shop: One of the only true aerospace machine shops near Knoxville.
  • Stay on 1st shift: Start on days and keep days

Compensation

  • $27 – $33 / hr

Hiring on 1st and 2nd Shift

  • 1st Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, Monday – Friday
  • 2nd Shift: 5:30 PM – 3:30 AM, Monday – Thursday (optional)

What You'll Run

  • Classic 3-axis CNC mills and lathes
  • Manual mills, lathes, and saws
  • Large 5-axis gantry mill
  • Multiple large horizontal boring mills (HBMs)
  • Large vertical turret lathes (VTLs)
  • Exotic materials for flight-critical applications

Responsibilities

  • Setups: Perform complete setups, touch-offs, and tool offsets on short-run parts.
  • G-Code Edits: Modify programs at the controller to troubleshoot and hold accuracy.
  • Close-Tolerance Machining: Cut complex geometries in exotic materials for flight-critical parts.
  • Manual Machining: Run manual mills, lathes, and saws for secondary operations.
  • Blueprints & GD&T: Interpret complex engineering drawings and GD&T callouts.
  • Program Verification: Prove out MasterCam programs with engineering to improve efficiency.
  • Inspection: Check finished parts with precision measuring tools to AS9100D standards.

Qualifications

Required:

  • 3+ years professional machining experience
  • Performs own setups and offsets
  • Edits G-code at the controller
  • Experience machining parts to close tolerances
  • Reads complex prints with GD&T
  • Strong knowledge of precision measuring tools

Preferred:

  • Prior experience running 5-axis machines
  • Proficiency on manual mills and lathes
  • Aerospace or defense manufacturing background
  • AS9100D or Nadcap environment experience
  • Experience fabricating custom-designed equipment
  • Paid healthcare
  • Paid holidays and vacation
  • Matching 401(k)

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is the CNC Machinist position at Laborup located?
This CNC Machinist role at Laborup is based in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
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When was the CNC Machinist job at Laborup posted?
This CNC Machinist position at Laborup was posted on Jul 3, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.