Precision Deburr & Hand Finishing Technician

Job Title: Precision Deburr & Hand Finishing Technician  Aerospace & Defense manufacturing

Shift Options: 

1st Shift (6:00am – 2:30pm, Mon-Fri) 

2nd Shift (2:15pm – 12:45am, Mon-Thu)  *20%night shift differential pay*

Location: 1515 W. 17th St., Tempe, AZ

Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship or Valid Permanent Resident status is required.

Position Summary

CMI Group – Systems 3 is seeking a skilled Precision Deburr & Hand Finishing Technician to perform precision deburring, edge breaking, surface finishing, and cosmetic blending on complex aerospace machined components.

This position plays a critical role in ensuring components meet stringent customer, engineering, and quality requirements before inspection and shipment. The successful candidate will use precision hand tools, pneumatic and electric deburring equipment, abrasives, and micro-blasting equipment to remove burrs while protecting critical dimensions, surface finishes, and geometric features.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, takes pride in craftsmanship, and understands that precision finishing is a critical manufacturing process; not simply cosmetic work. You recognize how proper deburring contributes to product performance, inspection acceptance, and customer satisfaction.

Primary Responsibilities

• Deburr, edge break, radius, blend, polish, and hand finish precision-machined aerospace components according to engineering drawings, deburr sketches, customer specifications, and work instructions.
• Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, deburr sketches, manufacturing routings, travelers, and engineering notes.
• Remove machining burrs while maintaining dimensional integrity, critical features, and specified surface finishes.
• Use pneumatic, electric, and hand-held deburring tools to finish complex machined components.
• Operate micro-blasters, polishing equipment, abrasive wheels, brushes, stones, files, and other precision finishing equipment.
• Select appropriate abrasives, carbide burrs, polishing media, and finishing techniques based on material type and engineering requirements.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspections throughout the finishing process to verify conformance to customer and quality requirements.
• Identify machining defects, cosmetic concerns, and nonconforming conditions and communicate issues to Quality and Manufacturing personnel.
• Handle flight-critical components carefully to prevent damage during finishing operations.
• Maintain accurate production records and complete required manufacturing documentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area following 5S principles.
• Follow all company safety procedures, quality standards, manufacturing processes, and work instructions.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100 quality requirements and ITAR regulations where applicable.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of precision deburring or hand finishing experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprint notes, deburr sketches, and manufacturing documentation.
• Experience using pneumatic, electric, and manual deburring tools.
• Working knowledge of abrasives, carbide burrs, polishing media, brushes, stones, and finishing techniques for aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, Inconel, and other aerospace materials.
• Ability to recognize burrs, sharp edges, tool marks, and cosmetic defects while preserving dimensional requirements.
• Strong manual dexterity and excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain high quality while meeting production and schedule requirements.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while performing detailed precision work.
• Willingness to comply with all personal protective equipment requirements, including eye and hearing protection.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of aerospace deburring and hand finishing experience on precision-machined components.
• Experience operating micro-blasting equipment.
• Experience finishing flight-critical or safety-critical aerospace hardware.
• Experience working with tight-tolerance machined components and complex geometries.
• Experience using borescopes, microscopes, and precision inspection equipment.
• Experience working within an AS9100-certified and ITAR-controlled manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and electronic manufacturing documentation.
• Experience supporting First Article Inspection (FAI) and aerospace quality requirements.

About CMI Group – Systems 3 Division

CMI Group is a leading aerospace and defense manufacturer specializing in precision-machined components, complex assemblies, and advanced manufacturing solutions for some of the world's most demanding aerospace and defense applications. Founded in 1972 and headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, CMI serves major OEMs across commercial aerospace, military aviation, space, and defense markets through its vertically integrated manufacturing capabilities and commitment to operational excellence.

Systems 3, a division of CMI Group, is a recognized manufacturer of complex flight-critical and safety-critical components supporting leading defense and rotary-wing aerospace platforms. The division has built a reputation for manufacturing precision components that require the highest levels of quality, reliability, and technical expertise. Systems 3 serves major aerospace and defense customers and plays a critical role in supporting mission-critical applications where performance and dependability are essential.

At CMI Group, we believe our success starts with our people. We foster a team-oriented culture built on accountability, continuous improvement, safety, customer focus, and long-term partnerships. Our employees have the opportunity to contribute directly to products that support national defense, aviation safety, and aerospace innovation while helping shape the future of a growing manufacturing organization.

As we continue investing in our people, technology, and operational capabilities, we are seeking skilled CNC Mill Machinists who take pride in producing world-class precision components while helping us deliver exceptional quality and on-time performance to our customers.

Team oriented company with top paying wages and benefits in the valley in regards to the Aerospace Industry. To qualify for consideration, all candidates must be able to work 40+ hours per week in a fast paced, high-demand, quality environment. All candidates must also have sufficient verbal and written communication skills as well as good problem solving skills.

CMI Group is equal opportunity employer providing competitive wages and benefits. Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance available. 401(k) with company match.

CMI Group is a federal subcontractor and maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and Arizona Revised Statutes § 23-493. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening.

This is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant due to age, race, disability, veteran status, religion, sexual orientation, gender or any other protected classification. VEVRAA federal subcontractor. This company provides provide equal employment opportunities to applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, or disabilities in compliance with federal and state laws including:

• The Civil Rights Act of 1964 as Amended
• Age Discrimination Act of 1967 as Amended
• Rehabilitation Act of 1973
• Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974
• Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act of 2009 (ADAAA)
• The Wagner-Peyser Act as Amended.
• The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act
• Fair Credit Reporting Act, 15 U.S.C. 1681 et seq