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CNC Equipment Maintenance Specialist

Los Angeles, California, United States · On-site

$47/hr–$60/hr

Mid level

Description About Us For 65 years, L.A. Gauge Company has set the standard for ultraprecision machining and optics, delivering on time the most reliable, complex, and critical hardware for the aerospace, defense, and nuc…

Skills: CNC Maintenance, Troubleshooting, FANUC Controllers, CMM Operation, Preventive Maintenance

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CNC Programmer 5-Axis

Los Angeles, California, United States · On-site

$45/hr–$55/hr

Senior

Description About Us For 65 years, L.A. Gauge Company has set the standard for ultraprecision machining and optics, delivering the most reliable, complex, and mission-critical hardware for the aerospace, defense, and nuc…

Skills: 5-Axis CNC Programming, Mastercam, VeriCut, GD&T, Blueprint Reading

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Production Control Manager

Los Angeles, California, United States · On-site

$130k–$160k/yr

Senior

Description L.A. Gauge Company “American Precision at Its Best” About Us For 65 years, L.A. Gauge Company has set the standard for ultraprecision machining and optics, delivering the most reliable, complex, and mission-c…

Skills: Production Planning, Lean Manufacturing, ERP Proficiency, CNC Machining, Inventory Management

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Shipping & Receiving Coordinator

Los Angeles, California, United States · On-site

$23/hr–$27/hr

Mid level

Description About L.A. Gauge Company For 65 years, L.A. Gauge Company has set the standard for ultraprecision machining and optics, delivering the most reliable, complex, and mission-critical hardware for the aerospace, …

Skills: Logistics Coordination, Inventory Management, Shipping Documentation, Forklift Operation, Warehouse Equipment Operation

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CNC Equipment Maintenance Specialist

LA Gauge Company

Los Angeles, California, United States • On-site

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  • $47/hr–$60/hr
  • Full-time
  • Competitive Pay, Medical Coverage, Dental Coverage, Vision Coverage, 401k, Cash Balance Plan
  • Posted 4d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

The specialist is responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of high-precision CNC machines, CMMs, and deburring systems. They ensure maximum equipment uptime and compliance with aerospace safety and quality standards.

Requirements

Candidates need over 3 years of experience maintaining precision machining equipment and familiarity with FANUC, Siemens, or Heidenhain controls. Proficiency in reading technical documentation and knowledge of metrology principles are required.

Full job description

Description

About Us 

For 65 years, L.A. Gauge Company has set the standard for ultraprecision machining and optics, delivering on time the most reliable, complex, and critical hardware for the aerospace, defense, and nuclear industries. Holding machining tolerances of 40 millionths of an inch and optical flatness to 20th wave, L.A. Gauge Company is committed to delivering to the market ‘American Precision At Its Best.’ 

L.A. Gauge has grown rapidly over the last few years, and continues to grow today. We are looking for a highly motivated, innovative, and hands on professional; with discipline, experience and initiative to help take us to the next level.

   

About The Role 

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing a variety of high-precision equipment, including CNC machines, Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs), and deburring systems. This role ensures maximum uptime, optimal performance, and compliance with safety and quality standards in a regulated aerospace and defense environment.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform routine preventive maintenance and emergency repairs on CNC mills, lathes, EDMs, and CMMs.
  • Perform maintenance and troubleshooting on 5-axis trunnion CNC machines equipped with FANUC controllers.
  • Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues in high-precision machining equipment.
  • Maintain and service deburring and finishing machines (e.g., tumblers, vibratory finishers, hand tools).
  • Calibrate and verify equipment performance according to OEM specs and quality standards.
  • Read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics, machine manuals, and engineering drawings.
  • Maintain accurate maintenance logs and documentation (manuals, PM schedules, repair records).
  • Coordinate with equipment vendors, service technicians, and engineering teams
  • Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards in all maintenance activities.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of hands-on experience maintaining CNC and/or precision machining equipment.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
  • Familiarity 5-Axis Trunnion CNC equipped with FANUC controllers, Siemens, or Heidenhain CNC controls.
  • Experience working with CMMs (Zeiss, Mitutoyo, Hexagon) and knowledge of metrology principles.
  • Basic understanding of PLCs, servo motors, and industrial automation.
  • Ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.

• Shift for this role will be 5:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Preferred

  • Experience in aerospace/defense manufacturing environments.
  • Familiarity with TPM and Lean Manufacturing principles.
  • Welding, fabrication, or machining background a plus.

What We Offer

  • Competitive Pay
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage 
  • 401k
  • Cash Balance Plan (fully funded by LA Gauge)
  • Life and AD&D Insurance 
  • Generous Time Off  

     • Two Weeks PTO

     • 11 Paid Holidays 

  • Employee Appreciation Events 

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, committed to building an inclusive workplace that values diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

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CNC MillsLathesEDMCMM5-Axis TrunnionFANUCSiemensHeidenhainZeissMitutoyoHexagonPLCsServo MotorsIndustrial AutomationISO 9001AS9100

About LA Gauge Company

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American precision at its best

Industry
Defense and Space Manufacturing
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1954
Headquarters
Sun Valley, CA
LinkedIn followers
2,925

For 65 years, L.A. Gauge Company (LAGC) has set the standard for ultraprecision machining and optics, delivering on time the most reliable, complex, and critical hardware for the aerospace, defense, and nuclear industries. Holding machining tolerances of 40 millionths of an inch and optical flatness to 20th wave, LAGC is committed to delivering to the market ‘American Precision At Its Best’. LAGC is best known for precision machining of a wide array of metals. It is a top fabricator of beryllium, aluminum beryllium, titanium, aluminum, inconel, silicon carbide, and other metals. The company has a deep history in precision machining. Founded in 1954, it operates in a 30,000+ sq. ft. environmentally controlled manufacturing facility next to Burbank Airport in Los Angeles. It began as a precision gauge manufacturer and soon expanded into fabricating aerospace components using exotic metals and ceramics. In 2007, it further expanded its capabilities to polish metal optical components. Today LAGC maintains state-of-the-art machining capabilities , including CNC 5-axis milling, CNC turning, electron discharge machining (EDM), CNC jig boring, O.D. grinding, lapping, and planetary optical polishing. The facility has a working Metrology Laboratory with temperature and humidity controls and a Class 100 Laminar Flow Clean Room for LOX cleaning and assembly solutions. L.A. Gauge Company strives to continuously improve and lead innovation in lean manufacturing practices. It continues to be the one-stop-shop for the most stringent machining requirements for all major aerospace companies, including Lockheed Martin, Boeing, Raytheon, Northrop Grumman, and General Dynamics.

Offices: 7440 San Fernando Rd., Sun Valley, CA 91352, US

BerylliumCNC LatheDefensemanufacturingOpticsCNC Millprecision machiningaluminum berylliumtitaniumsilicon carbide
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About LA Gauge Company

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American precision at its best

Industry
Defense and Space Manufacturing
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1954
Headquarters
Sun Valley, CA
LinkedIn followers
2,925

For 65 years, L.A. Gauge Company (LAGC) has set the standard for ultraprecision machining and optics, delivering on time the most reliable, complex, and critical hardware for the aerospace, defense, and nuclear industries. Holding machining tolerances of 40 millionths of an inch and optical flatness to 20th wave, LAGC is committed to delivering to the market ‘American Precision At Its Best’. LAGC is best known for precision machining of a wide array of metals. It is a top fabricator of beryllium, aluminum beryllium, titanium, aluminum, inconel, silicon carbide, and other metals. The company has a deep history in precision machining. Founded in 1954, it operates in a 30,000+ sq. ft. environmentally controlled manufacturing facility next to Burbank Airport in Los Angeles. It began as a precision gauge manufacturer and soon expanded into fabricating aerospace components using exotic metals and ceramics. In 2007, it further expanded its capabilities to polish metal optical components. Today LAGC maintains state-of-the-art machining capabilities , including CNC 5-axis milling, CNC turning, electron discharge machining (EDM), CNC jig boring, O.D. grinding, lapping, and planetary optical polishing. The facility has a working Metrology Laboratory with temperature and humidity controls and a Class 100 Laminar Flow Clean Room for LOX cleaning and assembly solutions. L.A. Gauge Company strives to continuously improve and lead innovation in lean manufacturing practices. It continues to be the one-stop-shop for the most stringent machining requirements for all major aerospace companies, including Lockheed Martin, Boeing, Raytheon, Northrop Grumman, and General Dynamics.

Offices: 7440 San Fernando Rd., Sun Valley, CA 91352, US

BerylliumCNC LatheDefensemanufacturingOpticsCNC Millprecision machiningaluminum berylliumtitaniumsilicon carbide
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