Careers
The Future of CNC Machining Begins With You
Build Your Career in High-Precision Manufacturing at C/A Design
Join C/A Design's high-precision manufacturing teams in Exeter, New Hampshire, and in Raleigh, North Carolina, where skilled machinists and machine operators help manufacture complex components for demanding aerospace and defense applications.
We're a leading innovator in engineered rugged and embedded cooling solutions for the Aerospace and Defense sector. Our product portfolio includes Vacuum & Dip Brazements, Rugged Chassis, Conduction Cooled Heat Frames, Wedgelock Card Retainers, Liquid Flow-Through Heat Frames, and complex high-tolerance machined components, all manufactured using advanced automated machining techniques.
At C/A Design, precision is the foundation of everything we do. Our manufacturing operations bring together advanced machining technology, skilled professionals, and a commitment to quality to produce components that meet exacting industry standards.
Explore our current CNC machinist and machine operator openings in Exeter, NH, and take the next step in your manufacturing career.
Current Manufacturing Job Opportunities
CNC Machinist Jobs
Responsible for ensuring production of precision machined components along with brazed chassis assemblies for the Aerospace and Defense industries in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Mechanical Assembler Jobs
Responsible for the assembly, straightening and dip brazing of aluminum chassis for the Aerospace and Defense industries.
CNC Programmer Jobs
Responsible for planning machining strategies, designing workholding and fixturing, creating CNC programs and setup documentation, and supporting production to ensure safe, efficient, and repeatable manufacturing processes.
Additional Manufacturing Careers
Explore opportunities in quality, engineering, production support, and other manufacturing disciplines as positions become available.
Why Work at C/A Design?
Choosing the right employer means finding more than just a job. You want to discover a workplace where your experience is valued, your skills can grow, and your contributions make a difference.
Our employees help manufacture precision components for industries where reliability, performance, and quality are essential. We strive to provide an environment where manufacturing professionals can take pride in their work and build rewarding careers.
Advanced Manufacturing Environment
Work in a climate-controlled manufacturing facility where precision equipment and skilled craftsmanship come together to produce complex components.
Multiple Shift Opportunities
We recognize that different schedules work for different people. C/A Design offers manufacturing opportunities across multiple shifts, with shift differentials available for eligible positions.
Meaningful, High-Precision Work
Contribute to manufacturing projects supporting aerospace and defense applications, where attention to detail and consistent quality are critical.
Opportunities to Develop Your Skills
Expand your manufacturing experience, strengthen your technical capabilities, and explore opportunities to take on new responsibilities as your career progresses.
Employee Benefits and Workplace Advantages
C/A Design understands that a rewarding manufacturing career should offer a supportive work environment and opportunities that extend beyond the shop floor.
Depending on the position and eligibility, workplace advantages may include:
- Climate-controlled manufacturing environment
- Multiple shift opportunities
- Shift differentials for qualifying schedules
- Employee referral bonus opportunities
- Exposure to advanced CNC machining technology
- Opportunities for professional and technical skill development
- The opportunity to work on aerospace and defense manufacturing applications
Specific compensation, benefit packages, schedules, and incentives are provided in applicable job postings.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Manufacturing Careers in Exeter, New Hampshire
Located in Exeter, New Hampshire, C/A Design provides an opportunity for manufacturing professionals to build careers in the Seacoast region.
Exeter's location makes it an attractive employment destination for candidates throughout southeastern New Hampshire and nearby communities, including Portsmouth, Hampton, Epping, Stratham, and surrounding areas.
For machinists searching for CNC jobs near Exeter, machine operator positions in the New Hampshire Seacoast region, or opportunities in aerospace manufacturing, C/A Design offers a chance to apply technical skills in a specialized manufacturing environment.
Whether you're seeking your next CNC machining position or exploring a long-term career in precision manufacturing, we encourage you to learn more about our Exeter team.
Frequently Asked Questions About CNC Careers at C/A Design
What types of CNC machining jobs are available at C/A Design?
C/A Design recruits for manufacturing positions that may include CNC machinists, CNC machine operators, and other production-related roles. Available openings depend on current staffing needs and should be reviewed on our careers page.
Where is C/A Design located?
C/A Design operates a high-precision state-of-the-art facility in Exeter, New Hampshire, serving demanding applications including aerospace and defense manufacturing. We also carry out advanced machining in our Raleigh, North Carolina location.
Does C/A Design offer multiple manufacturing shifts?
Yes. C/A Design offers opportunities across multiple shifts, with shift differentials available for eligible positions. Specific schedules, including any second-shift or weekend opportunities, are listed in the applicable job descriptions.
What qualifications are required for CNC machinist jobs?
Qualifications depend on the specific role. Experienced CNC machinist positions may require knowledge of machine setup, blueprint interpretation, precision measurement, and machining processes. Some machine operator positions may have different experience requirements. Review individual job postings for details.
Does C/A Design offer opportunities for career development?
C/A Design provides a specialized manufacturing environment where employees can gain exposure to precision machining processes and expand their technical knowledge. Career development opportunities vary by role and business needs.
Take the Next Step in Your Career
Your experience, attention to detail, and commitment to quality can make a difference in high-precision manufacturing.
At C/A Design, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside manufacturing professionals who understand the importance of craftsmanship, consistency, and delivering components that meet demanding requirements.
Explore CNC machinist, machine operator, mechanical assembler, and engineer jobs in Exeter, NH, and discover where your manufacturing career can go next.