NIAR CNC Machinist I - Composites

About the Role

The National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) is a fast-growing area within WSU, known globally for expertise in aerospace research and development. The Composites team is seeking a CNC Machinist.

Job Summary

Responsibilities include set up and operation of various tools and equipment to create, modify, or repair precision parts. Monitors the machinery and conducts regular quality checks to ensure they are running properly and that the parts are being produced according to specifications.

Essential Functions

• Machines and fabricates components by preparing and operating machine.
• Works from complex drawings, prototype sketches, electronic files and/or verbal instructions.
• Responsible for production of high precision parts and performs the machine setups required to produce parts.
• Loads parts in machine, cycles machine, and detects malfunctions in machine operations such as worn or damaged cutting tools.
• May troubleshoot issues with equipment, new programs, and/or products.

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent by hire date
• One (1) year of experience as a CNC machinist; every 30 hours of related college coursework and/or technical training can be substituted for one year of experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrates and maintains value-added time management skills
• Demonstrates good work ethics and lead by example
• Attention to detail
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to read and follow technical drawings and diagrammed instructions
• Ability to use precision tools to take accurate measurements
• Self-motivated
• Valid Driver's License is required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to position self for inspection, construction or maintenance of equipment and/or buildings including confined, elevated and loud noise spaces
• Ability to inspect and/or surveil materials, equipment, reports, and/or incidents and identify any errors, needs and/or determining factors
• Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information
• Ability to move, transport, and/or deliver items, supplies, or equipment
• Ability to use tools, equipment, and technology necessary to do the job, including dexterity in instrument manipulation
• Ability to ascend and descend ladders and/or stairs
• Ability to remain in a stationary position

Work Schedule

Typically, Monday - Friday, 4:00 pm - 12:00 am.