CNC Programmer - Boylston ** $5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS **

Develop, implement, and troubleshoot CNC program. Provide technical expertise in collaboration with functions across the organization to achieve project goals. Work closely with production to solve problems. Use strong analytical design and project management skills along with product expertise to meet customer requirements.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare computer programs to control CNC machine operations using CAD/CAM terminal.
• Analyze engineering drawings for materials, process fabrication and design elements.
• Specify patterns on programming sheet for way part is to be machined.
• Assure program generates geometry to customer requirements in the most efficient time possible.
• Select appropriate cutting tools, speeds and feeds, tool path application necessary to perform the operation.
• Develop concepts for design of required tools and gages, support changes to existing tools and fixture as improvements are identified.
• Support lean activities both within the Engineering group and across the organization.

• Ability to program in appropriate programming language using MasterCam.
• 3D modeling sketcher, assemblies, lathe, and drafting capability in SolidWorks and/or AutoCad.
• Work with software providers to improve POSTS as needed.
• Full multi-axis (5+) or partial (3+1) and general CNC machining/programming experience with lathes, milling machines, and mill/turns.
• Part probing (Renishaw) experience. Not required but preferred.
• Knowledge of Fanuc, Siemens 840D and OSP P300LA THiNC controls preferred but not required.
• In depth knowledge of cutting a variety of materials including Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steels, and high Ni Alloys preferred.
• Must be able to select proper cutting tool and holders without assistance.
• Apply proper speeds and feeds based on cutting conditions and work piece materials.
• Capable of debugging programs and working closely with shop floor and inspection personnel.
• Some tool design experience preferred.
• Proper application and knowledge of various cutting tools and holders to efficiently complete program operations.
• Must be a team player and have the ability to work closely in a shop environment.
• Seek ideas for continuous improvement; suggest and encourages innovative ideas to improve current systems and processes.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft office application software to include Word, Excel and PowerPoint required.
• Must work safely at all times. Participate in safety improvement initiatives by raising any safety concerns and helping to come up with corrective actions.

Education & Experience Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in an engineering discipline preferred and/or equivalent experience.
• Ten+ years direct experience in multi-axis programming of Aerospace machining operations and materials.

This position is currently accepting applications.