Summary: The CNC Programmer III role at a fast-growing space transportation company in Briggs, TX, involves utilizing Mastercam software to generate CNC programs for various machining operations. The position requires collaboration with machinists and engineers to enhance productivity and optimize machining processes. Candidates should have extensive experience in CNC programming, particularly with multi-axis machines, and be prepared for a dynamic work environment. The role offers a 6-month duration with potential for conversion and requires availability for overtime and weekends.
Key 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
Key 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
- High school diploma or GED
- 6-10 years of CNC programming experience using Mastercam software
- Experience programming 5 axis CNC machines
Salary (Rate): £40.00 hourly
City: Briggs
Country: United States
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
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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