
About us
At a Glance
Company Name: Ricaurte Precision, Inc. (RPI)
Location: Santa Ana, California (Orange County)
Shop Type: Advanced Contract Manufacturer / Precision Job Shop
Industries Served: Aerospace, Medical, Defense, Semiconductor, Energy
Typical Work: High-mix, complex parts | Repeat programs | Production + lights-out automation
Machining Capabilities: 3-axis, 4-axis, 5-axis CNC milling, Multi-axis turning, Swiss, Wire EDM
Materials: Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Titanium, Inconel, Hastelloy, Vespel, PEEK, Engineering Plastics
Certifications: AS9100D, ISO 9001:2015
Shift Environment: Day, Evening, Night | 24/7 lights-out capable
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About Ricaurte Precision
Ricaurte Precision, Inc. is a technology-first, automation-driven CNC machining company located in Santa Ana, CA. We support customers across aerospace, medical, defense, semiconductor, and energy markets by producing mission-critical, tight-tolerance components that many shops won’t touch.
RPI machines more than 300 unique precision components each month, routinely holding tolerances as tight as ±0.0002”. Our strength lies in complex geometries, difficult materials, and repeatable, process-driven production—from early programs through long-term manufacturing.
We combine skilled machinists and programmers, modern CNC equipment, disciplined quality systems, and a connected ERP-driven shop floor. If you want to work where craftsmanship meets cutting-edge technology, RPI is built for that.
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The Work You’ll Be Doing
Machinists and programmers at RPI work on:
- Part Types: Complex aerospace components, medical parts, precision assemblies, engineered components
- Production Style: High-mix work, repeat programs, lights-out automation
- Typical Tolerances: ±0.001” down to ±0.0002”
- Programming & Setup: Dedicated programmers, advanced setup roles, strong shop-floor collaboration
- Materials Machined: Titanium, Inconel, stainless steels, aluminum, Hastelloy, advanced plastics
This is not button-pushing work—this is problem-solving, precision machining.
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Machining Capabilities
- CNC Milling (3-axis, 4-axis, 5-axis)
- Multi-Axis CNC Turning (3–9 axis)
- Swiss-Type Screw Machining
- Wire EDM (lights-out capable)
- Prototype → Production Manufacturing
- Build-to-Print Precision Machining
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CNC Equipment
Multi-Axis & Advanced Machines
- Matsuura MAM-72-35V (32-pallet system)
- Matsuura MX-330 (10-pallet system)
CNC Mills
- Fanuc Robodrill
- Mazak Nexus
- Doosan
- Akira Seiki
- Feeler
CNC Lathes / Mill-Turn
- Citizen Miyano
- Nakamura-Tome
- Okuma
- Akira Seiki
Swiss Machining
- Citizen Cincom 7-axis Swiss systems
EDM
- Fanuc Robocut 400
- Sodick small-hole EDM
Transparency builds trust—and we believe machinists deserve it.
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Software & Programming
- CAM Software: Mastercam, ESPRIT
- ERP: ProShop
- Quality Systems: AS9100-driven QMS
- Machine Monitoring: Datanomix
- AI-supported workflows integrated into daily operations
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Quality, Inspection & Certifications
RPI maintains a disciplined, process-driven quality environment supported by:
Certifications
- AS9100D
- ISO 9001:2015
Inspection Equipment
- Hexagon CMM
- Keyence XM-T2200 & IM-1100
- VisionGauge digital comparator
- TESA height gauge
Quality Processes
- First Article Inspection (FAI)
- In-process inspection
- Final inspection
- Full material and process traceability
All inspection equipment is calibrated to ISO 10012, ISO 17025, and ANSI/NCSL Z540.1.
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Why Machinists Choose to Work at Ricaurte Precision
Machinists and programmers choose RPI because of:
- A clean, modern, highly automated shop
- Advanced CNC machines and tooling
- Challenging work on complex, meaningful parts
- Real collaboration between machining, programming, and quality
- Consistent investment in training and skill development
- Competitive pay, overtime opportunities, and strong benefits
- A culture built on respect, transparency, and continuous improvement
- Leadership that listens and values new ideas
We don’t hire people to fill seats—we hire people to grow with us.
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Open CNC Machining Jobs
Ricaurte Precision is currently hiring for:
- CNC Set Up Machinist
- 5-Axis CNC Programmer
👉 View current CNC machining jobs at Ricaurte Precision on hireCNC
Company size
11-50 employees
Wanted occupations
CNC Programmer, CNC Machinist, CMM Operator, CNC Maintenance & Set up, Production Manager, Quality Engineer, CNC Mechanical Technician, Sales
Wanted field of studies
CNC, Machining
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Company benefits
Extended health care
Dental care
Vision care
Paid time off
Life insurance
Flexible Schedule
Other benefits
