CNC Programmer (Mill, Lathe & Swiss)
Core
Develop and optimize CNC programs for 5-axis milling, CNC turning, and Swiss-type lathes to transition high-precision components from prototype to scalable production in a regulated manufacturing environment.
Role type
Senior IC CNC Programmer (Mill, Lathe & Swiss)
Builds
High-precision machined components for nuclear fuel production
Domain
Nuclear energy manufacturing / Precision machining
Required skills
5-axis CNC programming, Swiss-type lathe programming, CAM software (Mastercam/Esprit/GibbsCAM/Fusion 360), G-code/M-code, GD&T interpretation, metal machining (stainless steel/titanium/alloys), fixturing and tooling selection, process documentation
Preferred skills
Regulated environment experience (NQA-1/AS9100/ISO 9001), prototype-to-production transition, mill-turn machining, macro programming, CMM/FAI, MES/ERP systems, Lean manufacturing
Technologies
Mastercam, Esprit, GibbsCAM, Fusion 360, Fanuc, Siemens, Citizen/Star/Tsugami
Responsibilities
Develop and optimize CNC programs for 5-axis and Swiss lathes; Translate engineering drawings into manufacturing processes; Lead first-article runs and drive cycle-time/scrap reduction; Author process documentation and work instructions; Partner with Quality Engineering on inspection planning; Mentor machinists on setup and adjustments
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC