CNC Programmer III (1st Shift)

About the role

This role is 100% programming of CNC Cam programs for low-volume, highly unique aerospace components. High attention to design-for-manufacturing concepts and new product introduction is key. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required.

Responsibilities

• Create NC programs for CNC Mills/Lathes/Multi axis mills and Multi axis lathes/VTLs to ensure engineering requirements are met
• Development of machining strategy to take design data and produce machined hardware
• Develop and manage set-up sheets
• Collaborate with engineers, manufacturing engineers and machinists
• Design custom tools and fixtures as needed
• Provide DFMA feedback
• Process improvement; both machining actual inputs and administrative process changes
• Conduct product acceptance within the guidance of the company policy
• Maintain configuration control on files and job records
• Safely work within an industrial environment

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in NC programming
• Excellent blueprint reading skills including GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994 standard
• Tools fixture design
• Set-up sheet creation and management
• Cutter selection and cutter design if needed
• Feed and speeds calculations
• Must have stainless steel and aluminum experience
• DFMA
• Excellent Communication
• Fluent in use of precision hand tools and familiar with use of personal computers
• Individual must be self-motivating to prioritize work to meet project completion dates
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum

Desired experience

• MasterCam X8 or higher experience
• Unigraphics NX experience
• Nickel based alloys, copper, titanium experience
• Vericut or other program verification software experience
• Machinist experience
• Setup and operate CNC machines

Pay & schedule

Base pay range for WA applicants is $39.34 - $55.07. Other site ranges may differ. Shifts available: A Shift (Monday-Thursday 5am-3:30pm). Relocation provided.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Short and long-term disability
• 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
• Education Support Program
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours
• Up to 14 company-paid holidays