Senior CNC Programmer & Machinist — Precision Defense Parts
CoAspire · Manassas, VA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Experience asked
- 8+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at CoAspire (industrial) in Manassas, VA.
- They ask for
- 8+ years
- Tools it names
- CNC, Machining
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How this role compares
Against 10 other live manufacturing postings in Virginia.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (8+ vs 5+)
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ CNC 64%
- ✓ Machining 55%
- Tooling 36%
- Team leadership 36%
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At a glance
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How to get in at this plant
Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.
- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at CoAspire
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- 2
Send a short, curious note
One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.
- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
- 4
Apply with someone vouching for you
If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.
- 5
Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
Full description from CoAspireAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
A defense manufacturing leader in Northern Virginia is seeking a CNC programming and machining expert to join their team. This role involves advanced CNC programming, precision machining of high-tolerance components, and mentoring. Ideal candidates should have 2–8 years of experience in aerospace or high-precision machining environments, proficiency with Mastercam, and solid problem-solving skills. The company offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and a 401(k) with company match. #J-18808-Ljbffr