Aerospace Production Technician (CNC) - Friday-Sunday 6am-6:30pm
About The Position
At United Launch Alliance (ULA), success is a team effort. ULA is the world's most experienced and reliable space launch company, with over 155 consecutive missions launched with 100% mission success. This success is attributed to the dedication of our team of rocket scientists and support employees, combined with our robust systems and processes. As a ULA employee, you will have the opportunity to grow your career in a team-oriented culture that fosters technology, innovation, ingenuity, and a commitment to the extraordinary. Whether you are starting your career or have extensive experience, ULA offers a unique environment to work with the best rocket team in the world, achieving stronger solutions and better results as we fulfill our mission to save lives, explore the universe, and connect the world.
Requirements
- High School/GED
- Minimum of 6 years of related work experience
- At minimum 6 years of relevant machining experience.
- Demonstrated experience with 3 to 5 axis machining/turning.
- Knowledge and understanding of CNC programming.
- Demonstrated experience understanding and utilizing blueprints.
- Previous experience with basic machine shop measuring tools.
- Must have knowledge of speeds and feeds for machine cutters
- Must be able to work one of the following available shifts: Weekend Day: Friday-Sunday 3 x 12 shifts 6am-6:30pm
- Training will take place on Monday – Thursday, 1st shift.
- Flexible to work weekends, overtime, and alternate shifts when needed
- Must be a U.S. Person as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62 (e.g., U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or protected individual).
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience operating and setting up large 3 to 5 axis CNC Vertical Turret Lathe (VTL) and/or CNC Gantry Milling machines.
- Understanding of geometric tolerances.
- Proficient with advanced math (Example: trigonometry).
- Operate basic machine shop support equipment such as, but not limited to, overhead cranes and forklifts.
Responsibilities
- Set-up and operation of large 3 to 5 axis CNC Vertical Turret Lathe (VTL) and CNC Gantry Milling machines for turning and milling of precision aluminum ring forgings, plate stock and milling of stainless steel to produce high quality production hardware.
- Set-up tooling fixtures, indicating in large ring forgings and plates, identifying cutting tool requirements, loading CNC programs, visual inspecting, hand deburring, and wash operation of various manufacturing handling equipment such as overhead cranes.
- Validation of CNC program configuration for rings and large pattern plate stock parts while maintaining quality requirements.
- Work to specified tolerances and finishes to achieve blueprint specification of large scale rings and/or skin panels.
- Determine finishing requirements and prescribe in proper sequence the operations required and the methods and/or equipment necessary to accomplish the finishing of surfaces (deburring, wash booths, etc.).
- Perform periodic maintenance procedures on machinery and equipment in order to ensure proper fluid levels, cleanliness and travel of moving parts on all machinery.
- Maintain schedule metrics relating to maintenance procedures and/or problems and malfunctions that arise during assigned shift.
Benefits
- 401(k) match plus an additional employer contribution
- Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees
- Generous paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
