CNC Machinist

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled CNC Machinist / Fabrication Technician to join our vehicle armoring and specialty fabrication team. This position involves operating CNC machines to cut and fabricate steel and fiberglass components for armored vehicles using AutoCAD-based files and technical drawings.

In addition to machining, this role requires strong mechanical ability and hands-on troubleshooting skills to assist with vehicle repairs and maintenance of shop equipment. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with vehicles, fabrication equipment, and electronics systems.

This is a hands-on role in a shop environment where precision, reliability, and problem-solving are essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up CNC machines to cut steel and fiberglass components for armored vehicle fabrication
• Create, read and interpret AutoCAD files, blueprints, and technical drawings to produce accurate parts
• Program or modify CNC programs as needed to ensure proper cuts and tolerances
• Assist with vehicle disassembly, modification, and reassembly during armoring projects
• Fabricate and fit custom parts for vehicles using CNC equipment and hand tools
• Perform maintenance and troubleshooting on shop equipment and machinery
• Assist with repair and maintenance of mechanical and electronic systems, including shop equipment such as jukeboxes, pool tables, air hockey machines, and other mechanical devices
• Ensure proper quality control and measurement of fabricated parts
• Maintain clean and safe workspaces and follow shop safety procedures
• Work with the fabrication team to solve mechanical challenges during builds

Required Skills & Experience

• Experience operating CNC milling machines, routers, or similar fabrication equipment
• Strong ability to read and work from AutoCAD drawings or CAD-based files
• Experience cutting or machining steel, aluminum, composites, or fiberglass
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem solving ability
• Experience working on vehicles, automotive systems, or mechanical equipment
• Ability to troubleshoot basic electrical or electronic components
• Experience using hand tools, fabrication tools, grinders, welders, and power tools
• Ability to measure and verify parts using calipers, tape measures, and other precision tools
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

• Military veterans
• Automotive repair or mechanical technician experience
• Experience with vehicle fabrication, custom builds, or armor installations
• Familiarity with CNC programming (G-code)
• Welding or metal fabrication experience
• Experience repairing mechanical or arcade-style equipment (jukeboxes, pool tables, air hockey systems, etc.)
• Experience working with composite materials or fiberglass

Work Environment

• Hands-on fabrication shop environment
• Work involves steel fabrication, machining, vehicle modification, and equipment repair
• Must be comfortable lifting materials and working with fabrication equipment

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is someone who:

• Enjoys working with machines, vehicles, and mechanical systems
• Is comfortable building, fixing, and troubleshooting equipment
• Can read CAD drawings and translate them into physical parts
• Takes pride in precision fabrication and problem solving

Pay: $25.93 - $32.63 per hour

Work Location: In person