Forming Our Future together FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full semiconductor product life cycle — from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de-bug, to qualification and production test. Semiconductor companies rely upon FormFactor’s products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge. The company serves customers through its network of facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America. Rooted in our core values — Focus on the Customer, Ownership & Accountability, Respectfully & Effectively Communicate, and Motivate & Develop People — we foster an environment where diverse perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated. Everyone can make an impact here. Whether it's improving products, supporting customers, or positively influencing peers and the community, the contributions of our people matter. Shift: The regular hours for this position are day shift. Job Description: We are seeking a high-level CNC machinist with at least 6+ years of manual and/or CNC machining experience. This is a growth level position. Potential applicants must have good mechanical and machining skills and the desire to grow into a highly skilled machinist. This position can grow into the future of the company. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Set up and operate CNC milling machines and lathes (machining centers), with a preference for experience using HAAS controls. • Operate and maintain manual lathes and mills as needed for prototype or low-volume production work. • Program CNC machines using CAD/CAM systems with at least 2 years of experience, demonstrating a strong desire to continually improve and optimize processes. • Interpret and apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) standards to ensure parts meet precise engineering specifications. • Apply knowledge of cutting speeds, feeds, and material properties to select appropriate tooling and machining parameters. • Perform basic inspection and measurement of machined parts; experience with CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machines) is considered a strong asset. • Collaborate effectively with engineering, scientific, assembly, and machine shop teams to support product development and manufacturing goals. Skills: CADCAM Software, CNC Machining Operation, CNC Manufacturing, CNC Milling, Geometric Dimensioning And Tolerancing (GD&T), Lathes, Mathematics, Microsoft Office, Prototyping, Routine Inspections Education & Experience: Minimum of 4 - 6 years of related experience | Required Pay Range: $26.30 - $34.55 Pay Range Explained: This role in Boulder, Colorado pays between $26.30 and $34.55 per hour, depending on your experience, skills, and background. Pay may vary in other locations. We offer a full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, a 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), and paid time off. You’ll also be eligible for quarterly profit-sharing bonuses and flexible spending or savings accounts. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement FormFactor is an equal opportunity employer. FormFactor complies with all national, state, and local laws that seek to promote equal opportunities for any applicant or employee without regard to age, race, color, gender, gender identity/expression, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, disability, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, military service, or any other legally protected characteristics. These protections apply to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotions, and compensation.
See More Details >>Designer / CNC Operator – Luxury Custom Van Builder Location: Boulder, Colorado Company: Vertex Vans Employment Type: Full-Time About Us: We’re a luxury, high-end custom van conversion company specializing in precision craftsmanship, refined design, and functional beauty. Every build we produce is unique — tailored to our clients’ lifestyles and executed with attention to detail from concept to completion. We’re looking for a Designer / CNC Operator to join our team — someone who can bring custom cabinetry designs to life through both digital modeling and CNC machining, and who also has a desire to get involved in the build process. Key Responsibilities: • Design custom cabinetry, and interior components for luxury van builds. • Create and prepare CAD/CAM files for CNC machining. • Operate and maintain a gantry-style CNC machine to cut wood, composite, and specialty materials. • Work closely with our clients and builders to ensure designs are optimized for fit, finish, and production efficiency. • Participate in the build and assembly process. • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area. Qualifications: • Proven experience with CNC operation and setup (preferably on gantry-style machines). • Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (Fusion 360, or similar). • Ideally possess an understanding of woodworking, joinery, and material selection. • Ability to translate concepts into detailed cut-ready files. • Strong attention to detail and passion for precision craftsmanship. • Preferred prior manufacturing experience ideally in the overland space Preferred Skills: • Experience in high-end build environments. • Knowledge of 3D modeling, nesting, and toolpath optimization. • Hands-on experience in fabrication and assembly. What We Offer: • Competitive pay (based on experience) • Growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding company • Collaborative, design-driven work environment • The chance to work on some of the most innovative, high-end van conversions in the industry To Apply:Please send your resume, portfolio or sample work, and a brief note about your CNC/design experience to Luke@vertexvans.com. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $27.66 - $35.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Job Description US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED BAE Systems Space and Mission Systems located in Boulder, CO currently has a Prototype Machinist V opportunity available in our manufacturing facility. We machine prototype spaceflight hardware and ground support equipment daily. The machinist position will be required to work independently from complex drawings, sketches, CAD models, and/or verbal instructions to facilitate the manufacture of parts and assemblies by programming, setting up, and operating DMG mills. You’ll be working with engineering for design and manufacturing producibility, furthering a real team environment of continued success. Space & Mission Systems pioneers discoveries that enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most. We deliver cutting-edge space solutions, more accurate weather forecasts, and insightful observations of our planet and universe. We provide actionable data and intelligence that protects our Nation. We help our customers succeed in their missions by solving their toughest challenges. Together we make a critical difference. The Operations Strategic Capabilities Unit plays a fundamental role in enabling efficient business and program execution – from strategic capital investments, industrial operations and an efficient supply chain, to state-of-the-art manufacturing and test operations and top-notch facilities management. What You’ll Do: • Collaboration with our lathes and wire EDM teams utilized as support. • Manufacture complex parts made from a variety of materials with exacting tolerances. • Provide detailed documentation as required per our AS9100 quality management system. • Multi-axis programming with your Mastercam skillset. • Program, setup and operate DMG CMX-50U mill. • Mastercam advanced programming experience sought for optimal machine utilization. • Review and interpret electronic build documents for machining requirements including thorough knowledge of GD&T engineering. Solid models (CAD) provided for all builds. • Design and fabricate basic to complex holding fixtures for standard and irregular configurations. • Use basic inspection equipment to check parts per ANSI Y14.5. We are an AS9100 accredited manufacturing facility. • Maintain required electronic build records and process logs, records, and reports in accordance with company policies/procedures and government regulations. • May be utilized for working peer support relating to the machining and fabrication of complex hardware. • May assist in manufacturing process planning and estimating. • Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule. • Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment. • Perform other duties as necessary. On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required. Working Conditions: • Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor. Required Education, Experience, & Skills • High School diploma or equivalent plus 4 years or more related experience or a related 2-year technical degree and 2 years or more related experience. • Each higher-level related degree, i.e., Bachelor’s or Master’s, may substitute for two years of related experience. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education. • Experience with multi-axis machining a must. • Solid GD&T understanding. • An appreciation for demanding critically tolerance parts to fully support our ever-increasing customer base. • A customer driven mindset for their on-time delivery requirements. • Ability to collaborate and work in team environment and to work independently or with little supervision. #LI-JL2Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills • 8 years or more related experience job shop machining with metals A-Z and plastics. Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $74508 - $119213 Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics. About BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for the U.S. Intelligence, Department of Defense and scientific communities. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most. This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
See More Details >>Entering the machining trade in Boulder, CO typically begins with specialized education and training, often through apprenticeship programs that combine hands-on experience with classroom instruction. These apprenticeships, which last about four to five years, provide comprehensive training under experienced professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 288,789 machinists nationwide, with a median annual wage of $50,840. In Boulder, CO, machinists can earn an average wage of $2,284 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $108,000 annually. Educational pathways such as apprenticeship programs, postsecondary education, and on-the-job training are available, supported by institutions and unions that help aspiring machinists find opportunities leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential.
