Lead Machinist: Swing Shift

RTC Aerospace•Los Angeles, CA

15h•$25 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

RTCA is a precision aerospace and defense manufacturing group with over 50 years of experience. We support mission-critical programs across North America with a team of over 250 professionals and more than 150 CNC machines across four U.S. Centers of Excellence. We offer hands-on ownership and visibility, allowing employees to grow their skills and have their contributions recognized within a stable, technologically advanced aerospace manufacturing environment. Our core values are teamwork, excellence, and delivering with pride.

Requirements

Minimum of five (5) years of hands-on CNC machining experience, including setup and operation of multi-axis mills and/or lathes.
Demonstrated leadership experience in a production or manufacturing environment, with proven ability to train, coach, and motivate others.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to diagnose machining or process issues in real time.
Familiarity with ERP systems (Global Shop or JobBoss preferred) for work order tracking, production reporting, and job status updates.
Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and ability to interpret complex aerospace blueprints.
Basic understanding of AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality requirements.
Proficiency with standard inspection tools (micrometers, calipers, indicators, gauges, etc.).
Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with emphasis on teamwork and accountability.
Must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience overseeing or working in multi-discipline departments
Completion of vocational or college training in machining technology (certificate or equivalent).
Strong planning, organizational, and follow-through abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, Teams).
Advanced mathematical aptitude for complex setups and precision measurements.
Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and process improvement.

Responsibilities

Serve as the key point of contact for all machinists and shop-floor-related departments during the assigned shift.
Coordinate daily production activities.
Mentor machinists and operators.
Ensure adherence to quality standards.
Support seamless communication between departments such as Engineering, Programming, Quality, and Production Management.
Oversee setup, operation, and troubleshooting of 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC milling and turning equipment; may include Swiss, EDM, manual, or secondary operations depending on division.
Coordinate with engineering and programming teams to ensure accurate interpretation and execution of part prints and setup instructions.
Verify that all machined parts meet print specifications and tolerance requirements using appropriate measuring tools and inspection methods.
Support production reporting, shift handoffs, and status updates through the company ERP system.
Maintain accurate shop inventory, including tooling, inserts, and materials, and ensure shared resources are properly cared for.
Promote and uphold compliance with AS9100/ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
Monitor work area organization, cleanliness, and safety practices; ensure all equipment and tooling are properly secured at end of shift.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives, helping identify opportunities for process optimization, tooling improvements, and machine utilization.
Performs other duties as assigned.