CNC Machining Specialist – 5-Axis Milling

The role

The CNC Machining Specialist defines machining approaches and executes complex CNC operations to produce precision components. This role integrates with design and manufacturing engineering teams to develop machining strategies for automotive, aerospace, and high-performance applications.

What you will do

• Lead the setup, operation, and optimization of advanced CNC equipment including multi-axis mills
• Apply knowledge of engineering drawings and GD&T to validate machining strategies
• Diagnose and resolve complex machining challenges
• Partner with design and manufacturing engineering teams to influence part design
• Define and refine machining strategies including programming, tooling, and fixturing
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support new technologies
• Ensure machined components meet internal and industry quality standards
• Develop and maintain machining standards and setup documentation
• Mentor machinists and technicians
• Uphold Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) standards

Required qualifications

• Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
• Extensive experience operating and optimizing multi-axis CNC machines, including 3-axis, 3+2, and full 5-axis machining centers
• Strong proficiency with Siemens and Heidenhain controllers
• Advanced understanding of GD&T and its practical application in precision machining and inspection
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and optimize complex machining processes
• Proven experience machining complex 5-axis components across multiple alloys
• Experience creating and implementing dynamic work offsets and advanced setup strategies
• Hands-on experience setting up and running complex 5-axis CNC operations
• Experience mentoring machinists and operators
• Ability to develop work instructions, setup documentation, and standardized machining procedures

Nice to have

• Experience machining additively manufactured components and working with hybrid additive-subtractive workflows
• Familiarity with large-format CNC systems or gantry-style machining platforms
• Strong background in manual machining and turning operations

Benefits

• Equity plan
• Discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Company holidays
• Year-end shutdown
• Paid parental leave
• HMO and Premium PPO options
• Company-sponsored life insurance
• Short and long term disability coverage
• Reimbursement for learning and development initiatives

Before you apply

• Ability to lawfully access information and technology subject to US export controls
• Company participates in E-Verify

About the company

Divergent is a Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs and supports leading U.S. aerospace and defense companies. The company uses an integrated engineering and manufacturing platform to transform complex designs into production-ready solutions.