CNC Programmer

FMI Aerostructures•Valencia, CA

just now•Onsite

About The Position

FMI Aerostructures is one of the largest independent manufacturing businesses serving the aerospace & defense industry. Our 250-member team has been a trusted supply chain partner that manufactures critical structural components and complex assemblies for major aerospace players for over 40 years. Why FMI makes a difference? Customers are at the center of everything at FMI. We are excited that this team can work with key partners like Northrop Grumman and Lockheed Martin using our critical components to help important new aerospace programs take flight. Our machinists are the best in the industry, and we are investing to support their continued success. When they win, our customers win. Why FMI could be the right fit for your career? This is an opportunity to work locally for a long-standing, stable business that is investing to grow.

Requirements

A minimum of 5 years’ experience in CNC programming
Experience programming 5 Axis vertical and horizontal mill machines.
Must have knowledge of high temp alloy metals such as titanium, Inconel, aluminum and stainless steels
Must be proficient in CATIA V5
Must having working knowledge of 3D solid modeling concepts and design skills.
This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Responsibilities

Write, develop, and edit CNC programs in conjunction with continuous improvements
Plan machining operations by reviewing work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
Coordinates with engineering and manufacturing staff to resolve issues regarding manufacturability of designs
Create Programming instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs.
Analyze drawings, blueprints, and design data in order to calculate correct part dimension for machines, tool selection, machine speeds, and feed rates.
Occasionally set up and operate CNC equipment as needed.
Maintain specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
Use precision measuring instruments including micrometers and calipers, and fixtures and gauges to check work and perform detailed inspection of parts produced
Read Instrumentation and gauges to accurately measure dimensions on parts being machined within specified tolerance.
Completing quality control tests during the manufacturing stage and on the final product.