CNC Manufacturing Engineer, Advanced Aerospace
Overview
This role owns CNC machining for precision molds tooling prototypes and production hardware at a fast growing aerospace startup. You will work from CAD drawings and GD&T requirements to set up program and operate CNC mills and lathes, collaborating with design engineers to improve part producibility. You will gain exposure to broader manufacturing engineering tasks in a hands-on environment with room to grow into leadership.
What You'll Do10
- 1Build and optimize CAM programs and machining processes for composite and metallic components
- 2Ship precision molds tooling prototypes and production hardware from setup through inspection
- 3Design and improve fixtures and workholding solutions for prototypes and production
- 4Select cutting tools workholding and machining strategies to meet part tolerances
- 5Work from CAD models and engineering drawings to ensure GD&T conformance
- 6Troubleshoot machining issues and implement process improvements to reduce cycle time
- 7Communicate schedules technical issues and project status with engineering teams
- 8Maintain a clean organized safe shop environment and calibrate equipment as needed
- 9Support tooling repair and material purchasing as demand grows
- 10Assist with capacity planning and scheduling to meet production goals
Requirements10
- 1Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering Manufacturing Engineering or related field or equivalent hands-on experience
- 21+ years of CNC machining experience
- 3Experience with CNC milling and or turning
- 4Familiarity with CAM programming and CNC setup
- 5Ability to read engineering drawings CAD models and GD&T
- 6Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on mindset for manufacturing
- 7Good communication and organizational skills
- 8Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
- 9U.S. Person status due to export control regulations
- 10Experience with CADCAM tools such as Fusion Mastercam Onshape or equivalents (preferred)
Salary Insight
$85 - $125k per year
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