Overview
Machinist/CNC Programmer (2026-25651):
Bowhead seeks a Machinist/CNC Programmer to join our team supporting a recently awarded contract providing small arms support to the USAF on Joint Base San Antonio - Lackland AFB, TX.
Responsibilities
Essential functions will include:
Assist with producing small batches or large quantities of metal parts.
Ensure products meet precise specifications.
Assist with producing machined parts by programming, setting up, and operating a CNC machine; maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records; maintaining equipment and supplies.
Familiar with using standard machinist tools and equipment including, but not limited to, calipers, micrometers, lathes, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, stock pushers, indicating vices and tramming heads.
Plan machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting Geometric Dimensions and Tolerances (GD&T).
Shall be able to confer with engineering, supervisory, and manufacturing personnel to exchange technical information.
Establish work procedures for fabricating new structural products, using a variety of metalworking machines.
Evaluate experimental procedures and recommend changes or modifications for improved efficiency and adaptability to setup and production.
Design fixtures, tooling, and experimental parts to meet special engineering needs. Prepare working sketches for the illustration of product appearance and test experimental models under simulated operating conditions for such purposes as development, standardization, and feasibility of design.
Provide assistance with small arms repair and perform machining and/or welding processes as needed in support of small arms weaponry.
Set up and operate metal working, brazing, heat-training, welding, i.e., Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (TIG), Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG), and cutting equipment. Apply finishes (e.g., Cerakote) to components to impart rust resistant surface.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High school diploma required with a minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience.
Proficient in computer programming in both FeatureCAM and GibbsCAM.
Either one (1) of the two (2) following combinations:1) Machinist/Machine Technologist Certificate, to include the following disciplines:Print Reading for Machining Trades, Basic Machine Shop, Basic and Advanced Lathed Operations, Precision Tool and Measurement, Grinders (outside, internal,surface), Welding, Machine Tool TechnologyOR2) Associate of Applied Science (AAS) CNC Manufacturing Technician, to include the following disciplines: Computer Integrated Manufacturing, Advanced CNC Machining, Operation of CNC Turning Centers, Machine Centers, Statistical Process Control for Machinist, Basic Machine Shop, Precision Tools and Measurement, Print Reading for Machine Trades, Introduction to Computer Aided Design
Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts
Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team
Physical Demands:
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:Must be able to obtain a security clearance at the secret level. Applicants who currently hold a secret clearance are encourage to apply. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.
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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC's Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant's resume/application may be subject to verification.
Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.
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UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.
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ID2026-25651
CategoryEngineering
Location : LocationUS-TX-Lackland AFB
Minimum Clearance RequiredSecret
Travel Requirement10% - 25%