CNC Machinist & Programmer, McDonald Observatory
Core
Fabricate high-precision parts for astronomical instruments by programming, setting up, and operating CNC vertical mills, lathes, and wire EDM machines.
Role type
CNC Machinist & Programmer
Builds
Precision machined parts for astronomical instruments
Domain
Astronomy / Precision Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
MasterCAM programming, CNC machine setup and operation, manual milling and lathe skills, blueprint reading, precision measurement, fixture and jig design, trigonometry and geometry
Preferred skills
SolidWorks or Inventor, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, Hurco/HAAS/Fanuc WEDM experience, tool library management
Technologies
MasterCAM, SolidWorks, Inventor, Hurco, HAAS, Fanuc WEDM
Responsibilities
Fabricate high-quality, high-precision parts using CAM programming and CNC machines; use manual machine tools to fabricate parts; assist researchers in planning instrument design; maintain and repair instruments and machine shop equipment; instruct students and others in machine shop usage.
Seniority
Mid-level skilled technician
