CNC Programmer III
Briggs, TX
Schedule:
Standard Office Hours (overtime and weekend availability required)
Duration:
6-months (potential to convert)
Pay:$35–50/hr (W2)
Our client is a fast-growing end-to-end space transportation company providing launch, lunar lander, and orbital vehicle services for government and commercial customers. They are seeking a CNC Programmer III with a comprehensive understanding of CNC machining and programming to work closely with Machinists, Manufacturing Engineers, and Design Engineers to increase productivity and optimize machining programs and procedures.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Use Mastercam software to quickly generate programs for 3, 4, and 5-axis CNC lathes, mills, and machining centers
- Generate and maintain programs and setup sheets in a high mix/low volume environment
- Select tools for machining complex parts in steel, copper, and high nickel alloy materials
- Define and adjust speed and feed parameters for maximum tool life in challenging and high stakes applications
- Make suggestions on drawing changes to improve manufacturability and CNC program strategy
- Design machine fixture tooling as needed
- Meet expectations for productivity and production goals
- Provide feedback and ideas for process improvements
- Run machining simulations using Vericut to provide accurate run times and prevent machine collisions
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or GED
- 6-10 years of CNC programming experience using Mastercam software
- Experience programming 5 axis CNC machines
Knowledge and Skills
- Experience using Mastercam software
- Experience with multi axis mill and lathe CNC machines
- Experience with Okuma, DMG Mori DMU/DMC 5-axis milling centers
- Experience with Mazak Integrex machines
- Experience with ERP Software
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