Machine Shop Supervisor, McDonald Observatory
Core
Overseeing scheduling, operations, maintenance, and employee supervision for the Observatory's machine shop to support the design and fabrication of instruments and telescope equipment.
Role type
Machine Shop Supervisor
Builds
Precision-machined parts for mechanical engineering projects, instruments, and telescope/dome equipment
Domain
Astronomy / Precision Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work
Required skills
CNC machine operation and programming, manual machine tool operation (mills, lathes, grinders, drill presses), precision measuring techniques, machine tool maintenance and repair, CAD software (SolidWorks, Inventor), MasterCAM, project scheduling, vendor management, cost estimation
Preferred skills
Journeyman machinist certification, CNC setup and operation, wire EDM experience, G-code editing, advanced CAD proficiency, extensive machine maintenance experience
Technologies
CNC machines, MasterCAM, SolidWorks, Inventor, G-code
Responsibilities
Supervise daily machine shop operations and workflow; operate machine tools for part fabrication; coordinate machine tool repair and maintenance; locate and purchase parts/tools from vendors; assist with telescope and facility repairs; maintain vehicle logs and driving records
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with supervisory duties
