CNC Post Processor & Simulation Developer

What You'll Do

• Build, optimize, validate, and maintain CNC manufacturing software including custom post-processors and virtual machining simulators (collision avoidance).
• Collaborate with numerical control programmers, machinists, production personnel, engineers, and maintenance teams.
• Provide troubleshooting and support for the Operational Technology (OT) network, associated servers, PCs, and general network system connectivity.
• Provide technical expertise and leadership for Smart Factory initiatives, system integration projects, CNC machine installs, and CNC machine retrofits.
• Provide IT representation in daily production meetings.
• Enjoy access to a fully equipped workspace and all the tools you need to succeed (hardware, software, training).
• Benefit from direct access to and mentorship from senior developers/engineers who can guide your career growth.

What You Can Expect

• Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global security
• Top-notch, dedicated colleagues
• Generous pay and benefits with a stable organization
• Career advancement and professional development programs
• Work-life balance fostered through flexible work options and wellness initiatives

Minimum Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering/science/information technology discipline OR Master's degree in engineering/science/information technology discipline
• Eight or more years of education and/or relevant experience may be considered to satisfy educational and years-of-experience requirements for this posting
• Due to the nature of this work, the successful candidate must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to obtain and maintain a DOE 'Q' security clearance

Preferred Job Requirements

• Active DOE 'Q' or equivalent DoD 'TS' clearance
• Experience with CNC machining methods (multi-axis) and editing/troubleshooting G-Code and M-Code
• Exposure to automation, probing, on-machine inspection
• Experience in aerospace, medical, or precision manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) standards and blueprint reading
• Experience with CAD/CAM software tools (e.g. PTC CREO, SolidWorks, Siemens NX, Mastercam, Esprit, GibbsCAM, Austin NC, etc.)
• Experience with CNC collision avoidance simulation software (e.g., CGTech's Vericut, Mastercam, NCSIMUL, Fusion 360, CIMCO, etc.)
• Experience with CNC post-processor development (e.g., ICAM Campost, Mastercam, Siemens NX CAM, Esprit, PowerMill, etc.)
• Experience with a text-based programming language
• Experience writing scripts in PowerShell or Command Line
• General understanding of CNC machine networking and Server infrastructure
• Strong Windows PC troubleshooting skills
• Effective communication skills and demonstrated success in a team environment
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills
• Five years of experience in a manufacturing environment

Why Y-12?

You get #morethanajob. We encourage employees to achieve a healthy personal balance among home, work and the community. One of the ways we embrace work-life balance is by offering flexible work arrangements that provide alternatives to the traditional workweek, while still meeting business needs. Top talent and personal commitment mean more to our success than any other factors, so we reward our people with the kinds of benefits that make a positive difference in the quality of their lives. Benefits such as: medical plan, prescription drug plan, vision plan, dental plan, employer matched 401(k) savings plan, disability coverage, education reimbursement and many more. Want to stay healthy and fit but hate the cost of a gym membership? Take advantage of one of our onsite workout facilities and eat healthy in our onsite cafeterias. Much more than a workplace, at Y-12, you can build a career that lasts a lifetime.