CNC Equipment Maintenance Specialist

Company: L A GAUGE COMPANY INC
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: January 22, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description 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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