CNC Swiss Machinist (Aerospace & Defense) Job at Arena Family of Companies, Santa Ana, CA

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  • Arena Family of Companies
  • Santa Ana, CA

Job Description

Join an established company that’s been around for over 50 years and is known for its commitment to precision, innovation, and quality. Offering a modern, high-tech facility with cutting-edge equipment and a collaborative team culture where your technical skills can thrive and grow. With a strong reputation across aerospace, medical, defense, and automotive industries.

This AS9100-certified company is a trusted name in mission-critical manufacturing with a genuine investment in employee development and success.

Why This Role?

  • Strong Compensation: With performance bonuses, overtime availability, and annual reviews.
  • Advanced Equipment: Work with state-of-the-art CNC machines, including 11-axis mills, multitask lathes, and robotics in a high-tech facility.
  • Diverse, Impactful Work: Machine precision components for medical, aerospace, defense, automotive, and connector industries.
  • Established Reputation: Join a veteran-owned company with over 50 years of industry excellence and technical leadership.
  • Employee-Centered Culture: Enjoy employer-paid medical premiums, monthly company lunches, referral bonuses, and more.
  • Career Growth: Thrive in a tight-knit team with mentorship, training opportunities, and internal advancement pathways.
  • Quality-Driven Environment: Work in an AS9100-certified, ITAR-registered facility focused on continuous improvement.
  • Prime Location: Conveniently off the freeway in Orange County’s manufacturing hub.
  • Exciting, Mission-Critical Work: Get hands-on with cutting-edge technology and work on projects involving military and defense applications.

What You’ll Do:

  • Set up, program, and operate CNC Swiss-style lathes with tight tolerances
  • Use Esprit CAM software to create and optimize programs for complex, precision components
  • Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and job orders
  • Monitor machining operations and make real-time adjustments to maintain quality and efficiency
  • Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to troubleshoot issues and improve processes
  • Perform in-process inspections using shop tools such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges

You Bring:

  • Proven expertise with CNC Swiss-style machining (e.g., Citizen, Star, Tsugami)
  • Proficiency in Esprit or similar CAM software
  • Ability to read and interpret technical blueprints and GD&T
  • Strong understanding of machining materials (aluminum, titanium, stainless steel, etc.)
  • Familiarity with precision inspection tools and processes
  • A detail-oriented, quality-first mindset and strong problem-solving skills
  • Experience working in aerospace, medical, or defense manufacturing is a plus

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