Senior Composite CNC Programmer/Machinist
Core
End-to-end manufacturing of low-volume, high-priority prototype composite hardware for defense systems, including CAM programming, 5-axis setup, operation, and inspection.
Role type
Senior hands-on IC Composite CNC Programmer/Machinist
Builds
Prototype composite components, master models, and direct-to-part molds for defense vehicles and systems
Domain
Defense technology / Advanced composites manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
CAM programming, 5-axis CNC setup and operation, composite material machining, G/M code, GD&T, custom work holding design, troubleshooting composite machining defects
Preferred skills
Siemens NX CAD, Teamcenter, on-machine probing cycles, metallic machining, hybrid fabrication workflows
Technologies
Esprit, hyperMILL, Fanuc, CMS large-gantry 5-axis machines, RenShape, Renishaw
Responsibilities
Program and operate large-format 5-axis CNC gantry routers and mills for trimming, drilling, and surfacing; Design and fabricate custom vacuum fixtures and work holding; Machine master models and molds from foam and tooling board; Provide real-time DFM feedback to design engineers; Troubleshoot unique composite machining challenges; Perform in-process quality control and dimensional verification
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC