**Job Title: CNC Operator/Manufacturing Technician** **Job Description** We are seeking a mid-level CNC Operator to join our team as a Manufacturing Technician. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up and operating conversational 3-axis CNC Machines, supporting engineering staff, and performing various assembly processes. This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with our engineering team to build and test thermal products for the aerospace industry. **Responsibilities** + Set up and operate conversational 3-axis CNC Machines. + Load programs, change offsets, and understand X, Y, and Z axes. + Use micrometers, calipers, and gauges proficiently. + Support engineering staff in the design, fabrication, and testing of thermal products. + Braze or solder thermal products and support hardware. + Install hardware, including Heli-coils, threaded inserts, pins, and screws. + Assist in the development and qualification of production fixtures and tooling. + Perform preventative maintenance on equipment when necessary. + Perform other tasks outside of operating the CNC machine, such as soldering and testing parts. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + SolidWorks or other CAD experience is preferred. + Experience with metalworking such as machining, soldering, brazing, and welding. + Hands-on fabrication and troubleshooting of assembly processes and test stands. + Maintain an effective working pace to help the team complete projects on time. **Work Environment** Our facility is clean, climate-controlled, and well-lit, with low noise levels. We have a strong team-oriented culture where everyone helps out where needed. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.