CNC Machinist (1st and 2nd Shift)
Date: Oct 13, 2026
Location: Haverhill, MA, US, 01832
Company: Magellan
Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, and defence and space agencies worldwide. At Magellan we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth: People create value.
Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual and invest in our employees.
When you are part of Magellan, you are part of the team!
Position Summary
Magellan Aerospace, Haverhill is a world-class manufacturer of precision machined aerospace components. We have an exciting opportunity in our CNC Lathe Department. The primary responsibility of our 1st and 2nd Shift CNC Lathe personnel is to troubleshoot / break in new products and programs. Including set up checking and setting of tooling / setting up of work holds (for example Faceplate’s, Fixtures, and Chucks). Reviewing new programs, avoiding machine crashes, proper touch offs, catching mistakes.
Hourly Pay: $36.80 – $48.30 per hour, inclusive of a 15% shift differential for 2nd shift
Base hourly rate: $32.00 - $42.00
Please note: This is a fully on-site position requiring attendance five days per week at our Haverhill, Massachusetts plant.
Essential Responsibilities
- Sets up and operates a production machine in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.
- Reads and interprets blueprints and programs.
- Performs a variety of complicated tasks.
- May lead and direct the work of others and is a qualified trainer (on skills matrix).
- Follow 6S guidelines in the work area.
Position Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- At least 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
- Ability to read prints and interpret engineering instructions
- Familiar with a variety of Aerospace concepts, practices, and procedures
- Ability to perform and hold tight tolerances and work within already established parameters.
- Experience with tolerances of +/- .001
- The use and understanding of a variety of gages including (but not limited to) bore gages, Johnson gages, pitch mics and an indicator for setting and establishing work offsets.
- Experience with Fanuc controls is a plus.
- Experience with live tooling on a 2 Axis lathe is also a plus.
- Team Player and good attitude
Why Magellan?
- Competitive salary
- Attractive benefits package
- Generous Company 401k plan
- Positive work-life balance
- Excellent career progression opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program
Magellan Aerospace is committed to an inclusive working environment and equal opportunities for all. We welcome all applications without regard to social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, national origin or religious belief, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state/province, or local law.
If you require an accommodation during the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let your Human Resources point of contact know and we will work with you, to the best of our ability to meet your needs.
Magellan Aerospace respects the privacy and confidentiality of personal information provided by candidates and shall not disclose to any external parties unless legislated.
Magellan may use an approved Artificial Intelligence (AI) note-taking tool to support the initial screening stage of its recruitment and selection process. All AI use is performed in accordance with Magellan’s privacy policies and applicable laws, including but not limited to equal employment opportunity laws. Personal information associated with any job application will not be shared with or retained by any third party. The AI note-taking tool does not in any way assess or evaluate a candidate in relation to the hiring process and is simply an administrative tool used by Magellan. Magellan retains the ultimate discretion to determine which applications proceeds through the initial screening process. If the applicant has questions or concerns about Magellan Aerospace’s AI note-taking tool, or wishes to opt out of its use, the applicant should notify Magellan Aerospace directly at any time during the recruitment or screening process.
This position requires access to technical data and necessitates that Magellan Aerospace obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, hires for this position – except U.S. Citizens, U.S. Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), will be required to go through an export licensing review process. Magellan Aerospace does not make recruiting or hiring decisions based on citizenship, immigration status, or national origin; however, if information access or export control restrictions based upon applicable U.S. laws and regulations would prohibit an applicant from working in this position without first obtaining an export license, Magellan Aerospace expressly reserves the right not to offer employment.
Nearest Major Market: Boston
Nearest Secondary Market: Haverhill