Founded in 2005, CTSi has grown into one of Maryland’s most innovative and fastest-growing companies, delivering cutting-edge technical solutions to the Department of Defense, NASA, and a diverse range of commercial customers. As a cleared facility, we operate at the forefront of rapid development—solving complex challenges, advancing mission-critical capabilities, and building lasting partnerships with our customers.

At CTSi, our people are our competitive advantage. We foster a hands-on, high-performance environment where skilled professionals are empowered to take ownership of their work, contribute directly to meaningful projects, and see the real-world impact of what they build.

We are currently seeking a CNC Machinist who takes pride in precision, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is eager to be part of a team that values craftsmanship, innovation, and continuous improvement. This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to work on critical programs, expand your technical expertise, and grow with a company that is investing in its future.

Responsibilities:

• Program, setup and operate CNC Live tool lathes
• Program, setup and operate 3, 4, and 5 Axis CNC milling machines.
• Setup and operate general shop equipment such as shears, drill presses, manual mills and lathes.
• Program CNC machines using CAM software
• Reviews drawings, instructions, blueprints
• Takes precise measurements to ensure quality is met using calipers, height gauges, gauge pins, etc.
• Selects appropriate tooling to complete task.
• Plans proper sequence of tasks to complete the assignment.
• Design and create fixturing and work-holding for complex parts.
• Help to maintain tooling inventory.
• Provide material sizes and run times for quoting purposes.
• Quality check in process parts to ensure parts meet specs.
• Identifies need for and performs machine maintenance and minor repairs.
• Maintains a safe and clean workstation.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
• Operate CNC Waterjet to cut raw stock
• Understand requirements for AS9100 projects
• Complete documentation to ensure AS9100 procedures are followed.
• Hardware installation/CNC Press brake operator a plus.
• Produce parts with tolerances as low as +/- .0005

Qualifications:

• 8 years minimum CNC experience/programming
• Must have strong CAD/CAM programming skills.
• Proficient with Solidworks/Inventor
• Excellent coordination and mechanical skills
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and safety
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Strong computer skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive tasks
• Ability to work with little supervision
• Ability to work in a high paced environment
• US Citizenship.

Candidate selected will be subject to a Government background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Candidate must have the ability to work in a team environment; provide constructive alternatives/approaches to solving issues; be flexible; have a strong sense of urgency for critical tasks; and must be able to handle multiple projects simultaneously while effectively managing schedule and communicating process.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status