Senior CNC/NC Machine Repair

About the role

Relying on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals with advanced coordination and control, this position involves building, testing, repairing, and modifying production mechanical and electronic components and instruments using engineering drawings and test procedures.

Responsibilities

• Devises, fabricates, and assembles new or modified mechanical/electro-mechanical and electronic components or assemblies for industrial equipment, machinery, power equipment, servosystems, machine tools, and measuring instruments.
• Installs, troubleshoots, diagnoses, repairs, or performs routine/preventive maintenance on products, instruments, or equipment.
• Coordinates and participates in final assembly of units or systems, connecting valves, pumps, hydraulic, mechanical or electrical controls, cabling, tubing, power sources, and instruments.
• Assembles standard components and assemblies as required.
• Activates controls to apply electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or mechanical power.
• Reviews project instructions and drawings to ascertain test specifications, procedures, objectives, test equipment, and possible solutions (e.g., part redesign, material substitution, or rearrangement of parts).
• Sets up and conducts tests of complete units and components under operational conditions to evaluate performance, reliability, or compliance with development, standardization, quality control, or contract requirements.
• Analyzes test results against design or rated specifications and corrects equipment through modification, rebuild, or adjustment.
• Records test procedures, results, numerical and graphical data, and recommendations for changes in product or test methods.
• Provides technical leadership to lower-level technicians, including training, planning, assigning, and directing work.
• Follows all import/export requirements, consulting with facility personnel as needed.

Requirements

• Vocational or Technical Certificate, or Associate’s Degree in a related or specialized field; minimum of 15 years of experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write reports and correspondence and speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
• Proficiency in basic mathematical operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) and ability to compute rates, ratios, percentages, and interpret graphs.
• Ability to solve practical problems with limited standardization and interpret instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Knowledge of computer software, including MS Excel, MS Word, MS Outlook, and data collection/analysis tools like LabView.
• Experience with manufacturing test, development, or diagnostic equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, voltmeters, spectrum analyzers).
• Basic knowledge of ISO and/or AS9100, Lean Manufacturing, 6 Sigma, or Kaizen.
• U.S. Citizenship with ability to attain/maintain a government security clearance.
• Ability to travel domestically/internationally approximately 10%.

Skills

• Analytical: Collects and researches data; uses intuition, experience, and critical thinking to analyze problems.
• Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; works well in group problem-solving situations.
• Technical Skills: Assesses strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development; shares expertise with others.
• Interpersonal Skills: Open to others' ideas; accepts and implements feedback.
• Oral Communication: Listens and seeks clarification; responds well to questions.
• Written Communication: Presents numerical data effectively; writes clear, informative reports; edits for spelling and grammar.
• Teamwork: Contributes to a positive team spirit; assists lower-level technicians with instruction.
• Ethics: Works with integrity and upholds organizational values.
• Judgment: Exhibits sound and accurate decision-making.
• Motivation: Demonstrates persistence; measures self against standards of excellence.
• Planning/Organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism: Treats others with respect; reacts well under pressure; follows through on commitments.
• Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity: Meets productivity standards; completes work in a timely manner.
• Safety and Security: Observes safety procedures; uses PPE and equipment properly; reports unsafe conditions.
• Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment; handles delays or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality: Consistently at work and on time.
• Dependability: Follows instructions; takes responsibility for actions.
• Initiative: Volunteers readily; seeks increased responsibilities; asks for and offers help.
• Innovation: Generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches.