Chief Sustainment Technician

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in computer numerical control (CNC) programming for metals (i.e. milling, turning, EDM, etc…)
• Minimum of 15 years of experience using Mastercam software to program CNC machining equipment to produce complex 3-axis aerospace parts and fixtures
• Must possess a thorough understanding of g-code used for machining operations
• Ability to create, read and interpret models, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports
• Organizational skills
• Effective interpersonal and verbal communication skills with team members at all levels
• Attention to detail
• Due to the requirements of our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be a U.S. citizen

While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:

• 20+ years of experience in CNC programming and machining operations for metals
• Experience programming and operating Haas CNC milling machines and lathes
• Experience machining alloys such as Inconel 718, Ti-6Al-4V, 17-4PH, 15-5PH
• Experience working with friction stir welding or related technologies
• Experience creating part machining work plans or job packets
• Proficient in Solidworks
• Experience in jig and fixture design for CNC work holding
• Multi-axis (i.e. 4th & 5th axis) and trunnion programming experience
• Experience machining castings or additively manufactured parts

To apply please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet.

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