Materials Characterization Technician II, Machine Shop
Core
Operate and program CNC lathes, mills, and wire EDM machines to produce aerospace metal alloys and test coupons with high precision.
Role type
Machine Shop Technician (Aerospace Manufacturing)
Builds
Aerospace metal components and test coupons for rocket vehicle development
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Precision machining
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
CNC lathe operation, CNC mill operation, wire EDM programming, machine maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration, precision measurement (calipers, micrometers, dial indicators), blueprint interpretation, GD&T standards
Preferred skills
CAD/CAM software proficiency, G-code programming, aerospace materials knowledge, tolerancing techniques
Technologies
CNC lathes, CNC mills, wire EDM machines, CAD software, G-code
Responsibilities
Operate and program CNC lathes, mills, and wire EDM machines; create and modify designs using CAD software; maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate machining equipment; interpret engineering drawings and blueprints; develop standardized workflows for machine shop operations
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC