Manufacturing Specialist (CNC)

Location: On-site in Mesa, Arizona, United States. Relocation support may be provided in certain situations based on business need.

Company

hirify.global builds autonomous factories combining AI, advanced software, robotics, and full-stack manufacturing for aerospace, defense, and other mission-critical systems.

What you will do

• Collaborate with Applications Engineers on machine setup, material preparation, tool and probe builds, and development and validation runs.
• Execute tool life studies, tool evaluations, structured test programs, and tooling troubleshooting.
• Support CNC Controls Engineers with ballbar analysis, probing validation, hardware recovery, machine commissioning, and calibration.
• Operate machines for production and development, and assist with testing macros, automation features, and machine-agent capabilities.
• Track development tooling and materials inventory and document procedures and technician training materials.
• Triage operational issues, document troubleshooting, identify recurring problems, and help formalize reliable factory processes.

Requirements

• Must work on-site in Mesa, Arizona, United States.
• Must meet U.S. Government ITAR eligibility requirements, including U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent residence, protected-individual status, or eligibility to obtain the required authorizations.
• At least 1 year of experience as a factory technician.
• At least 6 months of experience operating CNC machines.
• Working knowledge of CNC machining and tooling fundamentals.
• Basic troubleshooting skills across mechanical and software systems, with strong organization and clear communication.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
• 401(k) plan.
• Flexible vacation policy.
• Equity.
• Hands-on work supporting the development of autonomous factories and scalable manufacturing systems.

Hiring process

• Interviews may be recorded and transcribed using an AI-powered notetaker; candidates are notified in advance and may opt out.
• Candidate evaluations and hiring decisions are performed by humans.