CNC Programmer III

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