5 axis CNC Mill Programmer

Job Description

COME JOIN OUR TEAM!

Without the strength of our accounting team, we would not be able to offer the industry-leading service we’re known for. We’re seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to work in the Engineering department. The ideal candidate will have proven industry experience as a Programmer.

Equal Opportunity

Karman is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform servicemember status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.

Our management is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment advertising, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during employment.

KARMAN SPACE & DEFENSE: Karman is the market leading suppliers of metallic and composite flight hardware and sub-assemblies for the space, missile, and hypersonic markets. Karman offers an unprecedented capability set to customers, creating a supply chain solution in a historically fragmented supply base. The Karman team draws on in-house expertise in engineering & design, precision machining, large part forming, welding, heat age, finishing, assembly, ablative & insulative composites, and other capabilities to serve as a strategic partner to customers. Karman is headquartered in greater Los Angeles and currently has 5 locations in Southern California and 1 location in Mukilteo, Washington.

SUMMARY:

The CNC programmer must be able to read and understand blueprints, sketches, and CAD models. Using CAM software, the programmer will work with the machine shop to select optimal cutting methodologies and associated tooling to support final part creation. The selected candidate will work side by side with Engineering and Machinist personnel to assure conforming hardware is being produced. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

NoneDUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Program milling machines utilizing MasterCam 2022, verifying conformance of generated toolpaths with drawing requirements, designing/creating custom fixtures/jaws, and interfacing with shop floor operators.

Must be able to work from engineering drawings/CAD files, customer blueprints and specifications in both metal and composite materials.

Be able to edit legacy programs and verify effectivity of changes.

Uses standard operating procedures to generate, modify, transfer/load, and archive verified programs to maintain traceability.

Must be familiar with all standard machine shop processes and procedures as well as a wide variety of precision measuring instruments.

Mount, install, align, and secure tools, attachments, fixtures, and workpieces on machines, using hand tools and precision measuring instruments.

First article verification of dimensions in finished workpieces to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures.

Confer with supervisors or managers to resolve machine malfunctions or production non-conformances prior to obtaining approval to resume production.

Maintain open dialogue and positive relationship with machine shop floor staff.

Diagnose and rectify tooling problems.

Employee may be required to work overtime. REQUIRED RESPONSIBILITIES:

Substantial MasterCam programming experience

Operate Multi Axis Haas CNC equipment

Knowledge of Quality Management systems AS9100

GD&T experience

Current or active security clearance is a plus

Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a clearance.

Prototype experience is a plus

Composite machining is a plus

Must bring your own tools

Knowledge of shop mathematics, of complicated/detailed drawings, specifications, formulas and a wide variety of precision measuring instruments together with a broad knowledge of applications.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of 10 years’ experience

Ability to read, speak and write in English.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: [MR1]

Occasional pushing, pulling, lifting or carrying up to 50 lbs, minimum 35 lbs. [MR2]

Constant standing/walking for at least 8 hours.

Prolonged periods of repetitive movement are required.

Constant holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with the hand(s).

Sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment.

The ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds (e.g., machinery alarms).

Clarity of vision at approximately 20 inches or less. Corrective lenses may be worn to fulfill requirement.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This position operates in a warehouse/shop/manufacturing environment

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

No travel is required for this position

As a federal contractor, Karman Space & Defense is committed to compliance with all federal employment eligibility requirements. We participate in E-Verify, a web-based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. As an E-Verify employer, federal compliance mandates that we require documentation to verify your identity and employment authorization upon hire.

Full-time