CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systems, Computer Programming, Concrete, Crane, Cutting Tools, Depth Perception, Establish Priorities, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Hand Tools, High School Diploma, Identify Issues, Lathe, Leadership, Machine Tool, Machining, Mathematics, Military, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Development, Product Costing, Production Machining, Production Schedule, Program Control, Project Tracking, Reporting Skills, Schedule Development, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Turning Center, Writing Skills
Aircraft Technology, Inc., (ATI), a subsidiary of HEICO Corporation, is an FAA/EASA Part 145 Repair Station. ATI supports a wide range of rotary and fixed wing components found on both commercial and military platforms around the world.
The Lead CNC Programmer/Operator programs, sets-up and operates a production CNC machine. Performs a variety of tasks. Creates new and revises existing CNC programs using advanced software applications (GibbsCAM or similar). Programs mills, lathes, mill/turns, and possibly other NC equipment. Installs, runs, and troubleshoots programs at the machine during development. Assists with fixture design, tooling purchases, and overall machining support. This position will be integral to our continued growth and direction toward more advanced CNC machinery and applications.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Measure dimensions of finished workpieces to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures.
- Mount, install, align, and secure tools, attachments, fixtures, and workpieces on machines, using hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
- Adjust machine feed and speed, change cutting tools, or adjust machine controls when automatic programming is faulty or if machines malfunction.
- Lift workpieces to machines manually, or with hoists or cranes.
- Modify cutting programs to account for problems encountered during operation and save modified programs.
- Insert control instructions into machine control units to start operation.
- Create CNC programs for new development projects, typically direct from a part drawing or CAD models.
- Should be able to direct, or at least assist, in the design of fixtures, tool purchases, or other materials to fully implement a working program.
- Download newly created or revised programs on various machining centers such as 3-4 axis mills, turning centers, lathes, mill/turn, EDM, etc., and prove out the accuracy of the program.
- Revise existing CNC programs to reduce machining time, extend tool life, and create overall process efficiency.
- Assists with production problems, changes, designs, costs, and product usage.
- Keeps the supervisor aware promptly of any issues needing the supervisor's involvement.
- Observe good housekeeping and safety habits.
- Provides training to lower-level associates.
- Provides work leadership to lower-level associates.
- Works with the Engineering, Quality, and Production Department with new capability. Provides periodic reports to General Manager as requested (e.g. Tooling, equipment needs) for use in monitoring progress and efficiency.
- Able to prioritize work activities to meet production schedules.
- Conducts critical visual, dimensional, and mechanical inspections.
- Performs other duties, as required.
EDUCATION:
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- May have to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in an area of specialty.
EXPERIENCE:
- At least five years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, OR ABILITIES:
- Language: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
- Mathematical Skills: Ability to use basic shop math.
- Reasoning Abilities: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely.
- Special Skills and Abilities: Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to stand, walk, bend, squat, use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The Team Member must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
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HEICO Corporation
HEICO Corporation is a successful and growing technology-driven aerospace, industrial, defense and electronics company. For more than 60 years, HEICO has thrived by providing customers with innovative and cost-saving products and services.
HEICO's products are found on large commercial aircraft, regional, business and military aircraft, as well as on a large variety of industrial turbines, targeting systems, missiles and electro-optical devices.
HEICO Corporation is a New York Stock Exchange listed company (NYSE: HEI and HEI.A) and has also been ranked as one of the 100 "World's Most Innovative Growth Companies", 100 "Best Small Companies" and 200 "Hot Shot Stocks" by Forbes over the past decade. With headquarters in Hollywood, Florida, and multiple locations around the world - HEICO provides over 1 million square feet of design, manufacturing, repair, overhaul, distribution, sales and support capabilities.
HEICO Corporation operates in two segments, the Flight Support group and the Electronic Technologies group. The Flight Support group designs, engineers, manufactures, repairs, distributes and overhauls FAA-approved parts that extend over the entire aircraft, from the engines all the way to hydraulic, pneumatic, electromechanical, avionic, structures, wheels and brakes and even interiors.
The Electronic Technologies group produces electrical and electro-optical systems and components serving niche segments of the aerospace, defense, communications, and computer industries. The Electronic Technologies group is a worldwide leader in the design, manufacture and sale of electrically and electro-optical engineered products used in the aerospace, defense, space, and electronics industries.
By combining state-of-the-art technologies, a team of highly skilled Team Members and an indisputable commitment to quality, both segments have constantly delivered invaluable solutions to customers over the years, helping to position them as leaders within their industries.