CNC Programmer
Summary:
The CNC Programmer creates CNC programs for a variety of multi-axis machines that manufacture mid- to highly complex aerospace components and tooling fixtures. The CNC Programmer also creates setup documentation.
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Interpret drawings and models to create programs that utilize modern machining methodology, work holding and cutter selections, and cutting speeds and feeds to optimize production and ensure that quality parts are manufactured in accordance with customer specifications
• Use software to validate cutting path
• Design tooling and holding fixtures
• Create production set up documents
• Provide shop support during the tool proving process of new and updated programs and daily support for problem solving and process improvements
• Evaluate and integrate shop machinist feedback into existing programs and processes in a timely manner
• Participate in continuous improvement activities
• Understand and apply quality system requirements to work processes
• Communicate effectively (verbal and written) with all contacts
• Accept and adapt easily to change
• Ensure that all activities are consistent with Company Mission Statement
• Operate job-related equipment with or without an accommodation
• Meet physical demands of job with or without an accommodation
• Perform other duties as assigned
JOB DESCRIPTION
• Proficient understanding of G&M-Codes.
• Microsoft Office proficiency
• Comfortable in a shop-floor environment and in working with production personnel to solve problems
• Ability to read and understand blue prints
• Well-developed keyboarding skills
• Exhibit dependability, willingness to follow instructions, responsiveness to supervisor’s direction, and willingness to take responsibility for own actions
• Ability to take initiative, including asking for and offering help when needed, and perform work independently without being prompted
• Ability to manage competing priorities, prioritize and plan work activities, use time efficiently, and work within deadlines
• US Citizen or Permanent Resident (ITAR requirement)
The CNC Programmer creates CNC programs for a variety of multi-axis machines that manufacture mid- to highly complex aerospace components and tooling fixtures. The CNC Programmer also creates setup documentation.
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Interpret drawings and models to create programs that utilize modern machining methodology, work holding and cutter selections, and cutting speeds and feeds to optimize production and ensure that quality parts are manufactured in accordance with customer specifications
• Use software to validate cutting path
• Design tooling and holding fixtures
• Create production set up documents
• Provide shop support during the tool proving process of new and updated programs and daily support for problem solving and process improvements
• Evaluate and integrate shop machinist feedback into existing programs and processes in a timely manner
• Participate in continuous improvement activities
• Understand and apply quality system requirements to work processes
• Communicate effectively (verbal and written) with all contacts
• Accept and adapt easily to change
• Ensure that all activities are consistent with Company Mission Statement
• Operate job-related equipment with or without an accommodation
• Meet physical demands of job with or without an accommodation
• Perform other duties as assigned
Required Qualification:
5+ years of hands-on CNC programming experience in precision machining.
Strong proficiency with CATIA V5 (NC Manufacturing/prismatic machining workbench) is a must.
Proven experience with VERICUT for simulation and verification.
In-depth knowledge of 3-axis and 5-axis machining centers, kinematics, and post-processors.
Strong ability to interpret blueprints, GD&T, and customer specifications.
Background in aerospace manufacturing environments.
Proven ability to analyze, maintain and improve legacy/existing CNC programs.
Preferred / Nice-to-Have:
Experience in machining/trimming formed sheet metal parts.
Experience with forming tool / die design or sheet metal tooling concepts.
JOB DESCRIPTION
• Proficient understanding of G&M-Codes.
• Microsoft Office proficiency
• Comfortable in a shop-floor environment and in working with production personnel to solve problems
• Ability to read and understand blue prints
• Well-developed keyboarding skills
• Exhibit dependability, willingness to follow instructions, responsiveness to supervisor’s direction, and willingness to take responsibility for own actions
• Ability to take initiative, including asking for and offering help when needed, and perform work independently without being prompted
• Ability to manage competing priorities, prioritize and plan work activities, use time efficiently, and work within deadlines
• US Citizen or Permanent Resident (ITAR requirement)
Job Type
Full-Time Regular
Full-Time Regular
Location
Wichita KS
Wichita KS