Job Description
Job Description Position Title: Machine Shop Technician Position Description: Protingent has an exciting contract opportunity for a Machine Shop Technician with our client in North Hollywood, CA. Job Responsibilities: Set up and operate CNC mills/lathes and manual machines (mills, lathes, drill presses, saws, etc.). Load, secure, and prepare raw materials; select tooling, fixtures, and work holding as required. Program CNC equipment as needed using existing models, drawings, or process instructions. Operate waterjet and other cutting equipment to rough cut and profile parts. Perform part cleaning, deburring, fitting, minor rework, and basic assembly operations. Inspect work using standard metrology tools; verify dimensions against drawings and specifications. Support general machine shop operations, fabrication, and hardware preparation for prototype, test, and production hardware. Maintain shop organization and cleanliness in accordance with 5S and safety practices. Perform basic maintenance on tools and equipment and assist with troubleshooting machining issues. Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and production staff to meet quality, cost, and schedule targets. Job Qualifications: 5+ years experience with 3, 4 and 5 axis CNC machining. Demonstrated experience in a machine shop environment operating mills, lathes, drill presses, saws, and other standard shop tools. Proficiency with part fitting, deburring, assembly, and rework. Working knowledge of shop safety practices, lockout/tagout, and proper use of PPE. Experience with tool and equipment care/maintenance and 5S or similar lean practices. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and basic GD&T. Proven ability to support prototype, test, and/or production machining with minimal supervision. Working with engineering to document and standardize production processes Partner with leadership and engineering to prioritize work based on production schedule and organizational goals. This role will impact space flight programs and objectives! Ensure product quality and conformance to engineering specifications. Desired Job Qualifications: Hands-on CNC programming experience (conversational control and/or CAM). Advanced CNC operation and setup skills, including fixture design and tool selection. Experience operating waterjet or similar CNC cutting equipment. Experience with exotic material, ceramics, and delicate parts. Job Details: Job Type: Contract Location: North Hollywood, CA (Onsite). Pay rate: $47-$52/hr. ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required. Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO) and an administered 401k plan. About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.