Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED

Related machine trade certificate/diploma and two years relevant experience, or six years relevant experience

Understands basic concepts of machining complex prismatic components

Experience with CNC milling, turning, or grinding

Experience setting up and operating machine tools

Intermediate ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications

Proficient in the use of machinist hand tools and measuring tools, process planning and inspection

Comfortable with Windows PC and Microsoft Office products

Strong interpersonal, teamwork, written, and verbal communication skills

Detail-oriented, self-starter

Ability to learn conceptually (in contrast to procedurally) and apply knowledge to new applications

Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Preferred Qualifications:    

Experience with CAM systems, especially Siemens NX or GibbsCAM 

Experience in a precision machine shop environment

Experience with high speed, 5-axis machining of aluminum

Understanding of machining fixture design

Experience simulating and optimizing CNC programs, especially using Vericut

Understanding of postprocessors for a variety of machines and controls

Understanding of touch probe programming

Physical Demands / Working Conditions:

Typically sits, grasps items and performs keyboarding for frequent operation of a computer

Stand, walk, bend, reach or otherwise move about occasionally

Lift, move, or otherwise transfer items up to 35 lbs. occasionally, >20 lbs. frequently

Travel by air or car occasionally

Occasional exposure to typical machine shop physical hazards 

Position Summary

The CNC Programmer will create and verify machining programs for 3–5 axis CNC machining centers, support the development of touch probe programs, develop and maintain machining processes, and provide tool lists and machine setup instructions to the shop floor. Additionally, they will participate in machining fixture and cutting tool design and development, cost reduction projects and develop relevant documentation.

Competitive base rate - $37 to $48 per hour depending on experience

Key Responsibilities:

Create and verify machining programs for 3–5-axis CNC machining centers working from blueprints and 3D models. 

Support the development of touch probe procedures and programs used for on-machine verification and inspection.

Develop and maintain machining process documentation, including tool lists and setup instructions provided to the shop floor.

Participate in machine fixture and cutting tool design and development.

Participate in cost reduction projects related to CNC programming.

Document best practices, procedures, and programs.

Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment, adhering to 5S/6S principles.

Other duties as assigned.