CNC Operator Jobs in Texas
CNC Operator jobs in Texas are consistently in demand, with strong hiring concentrated in aerospace and defense manufacturing, oil and gas equipment fabrication, and industrial machinery production across entry-level through senior machinist roles. Houston, San Antonio, and the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex lead hiring activity, anchored by employers like Lockheed Martin, Raytheon Technologies, and Baker Hughes, which maintain large manufacturing and MRO operations in the state. Multi-axis machining, precision turning, and CNC mill programming are the specialties Texas employers request most often. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Are you ready to launch your career in aerospace and defense manufacturing? As a CNC Machine Operator II, you'll play a critical role in producing precision components that support cutting-edge aviation and defense technologies. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced, high-impact environment where quality and precision are paramount.
Our Team
You'll be part of a dedicated manufacturing team that specializes in producing high-tolerance aerospace components. Our division thrives on collaboration, continuous improvement, and a commitment to delivering excellence to our defense and aviation partners.
What You Will Do
- Operate CNC machines to produce aerospace-grade components with precision and consistency
- Interpret technical drawings and specifications to ensure accurate machining
- Perform routine machine maintenance and report any mechanical issues
- Inspect finished parts using measurement tools to verify conformance to specifications
- Collaborate with quality and engineering teams to troubleshoot and optimize production processes
- Maintain a clean and organized work area in compliance with safety standards
2nd Shift
Monday - Friday
2:45 - 11:15PM
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
- High school diploma or GED
- 2+ years of experience operating CNC machinery in a manufacturing environment
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
- Familiarity with measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges
- Basic understanding of machine setup and tooling
What Will Put You Ahead
- Experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing
- Knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
- Familiarity with ISO or AS9100 quality standards
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and meet tight deadlines
- Technical certification in CNC machining or related field
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.
Who We Are
As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive, aerospace and defense, to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.
Aerospace & Defense Solutions Division
With a legacy of over six decades (formerly AirBorn), Molex's Aerospace & Defense Solutions Division is committed to engineering and manufacturing excellence. Our mission-critical products operate in the most demanding environments—from fighter jets and submarines to Mars and beyond. We take pride in our passionate team and cutting-edge technologies that ensure reliability where it matters most. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense innovation.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).
In order to comply with U.S. export control laws and regulations, this position requires applicants to either provide proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status or be eligible to receive an export authorization (a license) under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations.
Are you ready to launch your career in aerospace and defense manufacturing? As a CNC Machine Operator II, you'll play a critical role in producing precision components that support cutting-edge aviation and defense technologies. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced, high-impact environment where quality and precision are paramount.
Our Team
You'll be part of a dedicated manufacturing team that specializes in producing high-tolerance aerospace components. Our division thrives on collaboration, continuous improvement, and a commitment to delivering excellence to our defense and aviation partners.
What You Will Do
- Operate CNC machines to produce aerospace-grade components with precision and consistency
- Interpret technical drawings and specifications to ensure accurate machining
- Perform routine machine maintenance and report any mechanical issues
- Inspect finished parts using measurement tools to verify conformance to specifications
- Collaborate with quality and engineering teams to troubleshoot and optimize production processes
- Maintain a clean and organized work area in compliance with safety standards
2nd Shift
Monday - Friday
2:45 - 11:15PM
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
- High school diploma or GED
- 2+ years of experience operating CNC machinery in a manufacturing environment
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
- Familiarity with measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges
- Basic understanding of machine setup and tooling
What Will Put You Ahead
- Experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing
- Knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
- Familiarity with ISO or AS9100 quality standards
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and meet tight deadlines
- Technical certification in CNC machining or related field
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.
Who We Are
As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive, aerospace and defense, to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.
Aerospace & Defense Solutions Division
With a legacy of over six decades (formerly AirBorn), Molex's Aerospace & Defense Solutions Division is committed to engineering and manufacturing excellence. Our mission-critical products operate in the most demanding environments—from fighter jets and submarines to Mars and beyond. We take pride in our passionate team and cutting-edge technologies that ensure reliability where it matters most. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense innovation.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).
In order to comply with U.S. export control laws and regulations, this position requires applicants to either provide proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status or be eligible to receive an export authorization (a license) under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations.
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CNC Operator Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Hunting4
- AAON2
- DeSHAZO2
- NOV2
- Odessa Separator2
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing8
- Energy4
- Consulting & Professional Services3
- Transportation & Logistics2
- Distribution & Wholesale1
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in CNC operator jobs across Texas.
- Proven experience operating CNC mills, lathes, or multi-axis machining centers in a manufacturing environment
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T callouts, and technical blueprints accurately
- Proficiency setting up and executing programs in G-code or conversational controls such as Fanuc or Haas
- Experience holding tight tolerances using calipers, micrometers, and other precision measuring instruments
- High school diploma or equivalent, with preference given to candidates completing a machining or manufacturing technology program
- Familiarity with AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality standards, particularly common in Texas aerospace and defense shops
CNC Operator Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a cnc operator in Texas?
Texas does not require a state-issued license to work as a cnc operator, so the path runs through training and demonstrated skill. Most employers accept candidates who complete a machining or CNC technology certificate program at a Texas community college, such as those offered through the Texas State Technical College system or Houston Community College. Earning a National Institute for Metalworking Skills credential signals competency and is recognized by aerospace and defense manufacturers across the state.
How much do CNC operators make in Texas?
CNC operators in Texas earn a median of about $48,480 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $34,940 for the lowest 10% to over $69,760 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire cnc operators in Texas?
Employers hiring cnc operators in Texas right now include Hunting, AAON, and DeSHAZO, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's deep concentration of aerospace, defense, and energy equipment manufacturers means steady openings across both large prime contractors and the smaller precision machine shops that support them.
Which Texas cities have the most cnc operator jobs?
Houston, Pampa, and Azle have the highest concentration of cnc operator openings in Texas. Houston's energy equipment and petrochemical fabrication industries drive consistent demand there, while the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex and San Antonio benefit from major aerospace and defense contractors, including Lockheed Martin's Fort Worth facility and a cluster of defense MRO operations around Lackland Air Force Base.
Are there remote cnc operator jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. CNC operation requires hands-on machine setup, tooling changes, and in-process inspection that cannot be performed off-site. About 0% of cnc operator openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those postings typically cover programming, CAM design, or quality engineering functions rather than production floor machine operation itself.
How can I get hired as a cnc operator in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a short-term CNC machining certificate through Texas State Technical College or a local community college, then applying to machine operator trainee or manufacturing associate roles at mid-size job shops across Houston or the Metroplex. Employers like Triumph Group and GE Aviation's Texas service centers run structured apprenticeship pipelines for candidates without floor experience. Coming in from a quality inspector or material handler role inside a shop is a common lateral move, and earning a National Institute for Metalworking Skills Level 1 credential significantly improves candidacy.
Where can I find and apply to cnc operator jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to cnc operator jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the state. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level, machine type, or preferred Texas metro, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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