Title: CNC Machinist, 5-Axis Location: Houston, TX. Citizenship Requirement: US citizenship required. Req#: 4094 CNC Machinist, 5-Axis The vision at Craig Technologies is to make space accessible to everyone by increasing the viability of low-cost access to space. At Craig Technologies, our whole is greater than the sum of our parts. The Craig Technologies team is made up of highly talented individuals, each contributing their own experience, knowledge, skills, and ideas. It is our team that sets us apart from our competition and makes our mission of Bringing Space Down to Earth possible. At Craig Technologies we treat each day like it’s Day One. We operate with a sense of urgency; we are customer obsessed, always learning and constantly evolving. Join our team and be a part of something great! Job Summary Craig Technologies is seeking a talented and experienced 5-Axis CNC Machinist to join our Manufacturing team in Houston, TX. This position will directly support the high-precision production and manufacturing of critical flight aerospace components in support of our commercial Lunar program. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between digital CAM programming and hands-on precision machining to deliver flight-ready hardware from advanced space-grade materials. Essential Duties/Responsibilities - Analyze engineering specification charts, material samples, and complex manufacturing drawings to gain a thorough understanding of requirements and strict Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
- Create, optimize, and maintain multi-axis machining programs using specialized CAM software.
- Collaborate closely with design and manufacturing engineers to communicate material needs, structural manufacturability, and production timelines.
- Develop step-by-step action plans to safely manufacture complex, high-tolerance parts according to engineering specifications.
- Prepare, inspect, and mark raw stock and aerospace materials needed to initiate manufacturing runs.
- Set up, calibrate, and align precision tooling and 5-axis milling equipment required for each step of the manufacturing plan.
- Operate advanced machinery to execute cuts, monitor the active production process, and immediately intervene to troubleshoot issues when anomalies arise.
- Inspect finished flight parts for flaws, tool marks, and defects using precision measurement instruments.
- Perform routine preventative maintenance and calibration on equipment located throughout the machine shop.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills to develop effective manufacturing plans and adjust parameters mid-run.
- Ability and willingness to work efficiently under compressed, aggressive flight hardware delivery schedules.
- Excellent teamwork mindset with an eagerness to work in a collaborative, cross-disciplinary, and deadline-oriented environment.
- Clear verbal and written communication skills with an excellent, safety-first organizational mindset.
Required Education and Experience - High School diploma, GED, or equivalent vocational trade certification required.
- 4-6 years of direct experience setting up, programming, and operating 5-axis CNC Mills.
- Proficiency utilizing 3D CAD/CAM software for component modeling, toolpath generation, and assembly management.
- Clear, expert-level understanding of raw G and M code scripting and manipulation.
- Direct experience machining aerospace-grade composites, carbon fibers, or complex flight structures.
- Familiarity with commonly used aerospace and commercial specifications for flight materials, processing, fasteners, and mechanical tolerances.
- Solid understanding of workshop health and safety regulations to minimize the risk of workplace accidents.
- Proficiency using basic digital shop tracking tools and the Microsoft Office suite.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications - Experience operating Haas, Okuma OSP, or Heidenhain controls is a plus.
- Familiarity with standard practices for manufacturing parts from high-strength aerospace alloys, including Aluminum, Titanium, and High Nickel alloys (e.g., Inconel).
- Familiarity with automated part-loading setups (pallet changers, robotic arms), additive manufacturing, Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM), or Zeiss CMM inspection.
- Proficiency with ASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles.
- All candidates selected will be subject to a background investigation and drug screen.
- To conform to U.S. Government International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Physical Requirements - Ability to lift and move roughly 50 to 75 pounds as required for material handling.
- Ability to remain standing at your workstation throughout the shifts in a precision machine shop environment.
- Ability to travel <10%.
Note: This job description describes the general nature of the duties and requirements of the job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list or to limit the supervisor's ability to modify work assignments as appropriate. ***All candidates selected will be subject to a security background investigation and must meet all eligibility requirements for access to classified information. ***
Craig Technologies is an EEO Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other non-job-related protected status. All candidates selected will be subject to a security background investigation and must meet all eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
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