CNC Programmer/Machinist III

Knight Aerospace Medical Systems LLC•San Antonio, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Machinist III follows instructions from the Production Manager to manufacture components and systems efficiently and to a high standard of safety, innovation, and quality. The role represents the Company and its values, with the goal of exceeding customer expectations. The Machinist III creates CNC programs from engineering data, sets up and operates CNC and manual machines, and produces parts to specified tolerances. The role also includes inspecting finished products, maintaining documentation and equipment, and keeping the work area safe and clean. This is a full-time position in a warehouse and manufacturing environment. The successful candidate is generally self-sufficient, requires little to no supervisory input to complete assigned tasks, and trains other technicians in the correct use of tools and processes.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 10 years of related machining experience, or at least 4 years of experience machining aerospace components.
Experience with HAAS CNC machines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong analytical, mathematical, and computer skills.
Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical engineering drawings, including GD&T symbols.
High proficiency in algebra, geometry, trigonometry, blueprint reading, and GD&T.
Ability to work as a generally self-sufficient individual contributor with little to no supervisor input to complete assigned tasks.
Possess a toolbox with basic tools according to the list provided by Knight Aerospace.
Understand and comply with safety policies, including ensuring appropriate PPE is worn.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a trade school, vocational program, or formal apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

Create CNC programs from engineering data using Mastercam 2025.
Secure raw materials; install cutting tools; and set offsets, feeds, and speeds.
Set up, load, and operate HAAS CNC machines, including vertical mills and routers.
Set up, load, and operate manual machines, including vertical and horizontal mills, lathes, and surface grinders.
Manufacture parts accurately within tolerances of 0.0001 to 0.001 inches, accounting for tool deflection and material thermal expansion.
Inspect finished products using precision measuring tools such as micrometers and calipers.
Understand and locate revision levels on drawings, specifications, and materials.
Identify materials and understand their properties as they relate to machining and processing.
Perform routine preventive maintenance and keep the work area safe and clean.
Maintain documentation such as work orders and parts tags.
Write and optimize machine-readable code, including G code and M code, or use CAD/CAM programs to define complex geometries.
Train other technicians on the correct use of tools and processes.
Follow safety policies and ensure appropriate PPE is worn by self and others in the area.