CNC Machinist
Core
CNC Machinist operating a two-person machine shop to build hardware for R&D and test programs, including turret structures, mounts, drive parts, fixtures, and test rigs.
Role type
CNC Machinist (Machine Shop)
Builds
Hardware components for R&D and test programs (turret structures, mounts, drive parts, fixtures, test rigs)
Domain
Defense / Aerospace / Hardware Manufacturing
Required skills
CNC programming (Mastercam), CNC mill operation, CNC lathe operation, manual machining, GD&T inspection, workholding, tool offsets, first-article proof-out, G-code editing
Preferred skills
4th/5-axis milling, live-tooling lathes, Fanuc macros, probing cycles, CAD design (SolidWorks), TIG welding, sheet metal, 3-D printing, anodizing, plating, heat treat
Technologies
Mastercam, SolidWorks, Fanuc
Responsibilities
Program parts from CAD to toolpaths, set up and run CNC mills and lathes, perform manual machining and secondary processes, inspect parts using hand tools and GD&T, coordinate shop workflow with manager, maintain machines and shop safety
Seniority
Mid-level (5 years experience)