Maintenance Technician - CNC Machine shop

Maintenance Technician Job Overview:

Momentous Mold & Machine + Additive Engineering Solutions (AES) - sister companies with shared ownership - are seeking a Maintenance Technician to support both sites located ~10-mins. away from each other in the Akron Ohio area. This is a hands-on role requiring direct involvement in CNC machine & facility needs (with support from both organizations.) This role also creates an opportunity for a leader to partner with tech-forward owner-operators as we grow precision machining shops to support the aerospace & defense industry. AES + Momentous both provide high-precision tooling and assemblies for mission-critical aerospace & defense programs. We support eVTOL programs, space-launch booster systems, composite rotor blade molds and other high-consequence applications. AES is the world leader in Large Format Polymer Additive Manufacturing with deep expertise in additive-based aerospace & defense tooling . The company was founded ~10-yrs. ago, with ~30 employees in Akron, Ohio and has ~10 major assets. Momentous has a 75-yr.-old legacy in high-precision machining , with ~20 major machining centers & ~ 65 employees in a 60k sq-ft facility in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio.

Responsibilities:

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the uptime, accuracy, and reliability of ~30 CNC assets across two facilities. While 20% of the role involves general facility maintenance (including monitoring environmental controls), 80% is dedicated to the mechanical and electrical health of CNC machining centers. Asset Maintenance (~80% focus) - Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical issues on CNC mills and lathes Troubleshoot and maintain spindles, ball screws, way-covers, hydraulics, and pneumatic systems . Define solutions & coordinate repairs; assign tasks to outside services or co-workers as needed. Develop and coordinate schedules for routine PM Facility Maintenance (~20% focus) - Troubleshoot building-related issues, ensuring the facility supports a high-consequence production environment. Act as the primary point of contact for facility-related outside services. The role is split between 2 sites located ~10 mins away (~80% Momentous; ~20% AES).

Minimum Qualifications:

Technical skill mix: Blend of industrial electrical & mechanical aptitude.

Industry Experience :

3-5 years in a CNC-heavy environment. High-precision or aerospace manufacturing experience is a major plus.

Problem Solving :

Ability to interpret complex electrical schematics & mechanical drawings.

Digital Tools:

Working knowledge of Microsoft 365.

ITAR Compliance :

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen, Green Card Holder, etc.).

Skills:

Mechanical & CNC Specialized Skills CNC Asset Repair :

Proficiency in repairing and maintaining CNC spindles, ball screws, way-covers, and tool-change carousels.

Precision Alignment :

Ability to perform machine leveling and geometric alignment checks; training available as needed.

Fluid Power :

Strong understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including pumps, valves, and actuators.

Blueprints & Schematics :

Expert ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and assembly blueprints.

Electrical & Electronic Skills Industrial Electric :

Experience with 3-phase power, motor controls & industrial wiring.

Control Systems :

Troubleshooting experience with CNC control logic; specific familiarity with Fanuc, Haas, Heidenhain or Mazak control boards is highly valued.

Diagnostics :

Skill in using multi-meters and diagnostic tools to isolate failures in electrical cabinets or feedback loops.

Facilities & Environmental Controls Vendor Coordination :

Ability to manage third-party contractors for specialized facility repairs (roofing, plumbing, large-scale electrical).

General Maintenance :

Basic proficiency in industrial plumbing & HVAC systems

Digital & Administrative Skills :

Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Teams, Excel)

Soft Skills & Leadership Troubleshooting Logic :

A systematic approach to problem-solving—identifying the "why" before the "how."

Communication :

Ability to explain technical machine issues to non-technical operators and provide clear status updates to leadership.

Training :

A willingness to mentor machine operators on basic daily maintenance and preventative care.

Pay:

$100,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you experienced with maintenance on CNC machines?

Work Location:

In person