CNC Machining Manufacturing Engineer
Core
Develop and qualify CNC machining processes for advanced aerospace hardware, including nickel superalloy turbomachinery and additively manufactured parts.
Role type
Senior IC manufacturing engineer (CNC process engineering)
Builds
Production-ready machining operations for reusable space vehicle components
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / CNC machining
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> production machining processes and work cells
Required skills
CNC process engineering, CAM programming strategies, multi-axis milling/turning, process qualification (Cp/Cpk), GD&T interpretation, cutting tool technology, fixturing design, DFM feedback, statistical process control
Preferred skills
Additive manufacturing finish machining, turbomachinery experience, high-speed machining strategies, in-process probing, greenfield operation setup, AS9100 knowledge, Lean/Six Sigma
Technologies
CAM software, CAD, Excel, Issue Tracking tools
Responsibilities
Develop CNC process plans and CAM strategies for complex aerospace components; Qualify machining processes via first-article builds and capability studies; Select and specify CNC machine tools and fixturing solutions; Provide real-time engineering support during production runs; Lead nonconformance investigations and root cause analysis; Define tooling strategies and workholding concepts; Support automation initiatives for lights-out operation
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
