CNC Turning Center Programmer (ET5)

Amentum•Huntsville, AL

15d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is part of the Amentum Space Exploration Division (ASED) support to the NASA EM32 Welding & Manufacturing team under the Engineering Services and Science Capability Augmentation (ESSCA) contract to the NASA MSFC Engineering Directorate. The primary responsibilities of the CNC turning center programmer are to design/model friction stir weld (FSW) tools, friction plug weld plugs, friction plug weld fixtures, tooling and miscellaneous related parts in programs such as Solid Edge. Create drawings from models. Convert models to numerically controlled machine code using programs such as SURFCAM and manufacture parts using computer numerically controlled (CNC) and manual machining techniques. The selected candidate will be trained in exposure to normal metal working materials and hazards as well as being trained in and expected to perform other mechanical technician tasks required to support Advanced Manufacturing Welding Capabilities Facility work such as operating cranes and rigging loads for lifting, operating forklifts and aerial lifts, and working around welding operations as needed.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience using Computer Aided Design (CAD) programs such as Solid Edge.
Demonstrated experience using Computer Aided Machining (CAM) programs such as SURFCAM.
Demonstrated experience using DMG Mori Seiki machining equipment such as mills, lathes and/or turning centers.
Demonstrated experience using Haas VF-series mills.
Demonstrated experience using Mitsubishi Wire EDM.
Demonstrated experience using Mitsubishi Plunge EDM.
Experience performing three-dimensional programming and machining of aerospace materials and to aerospace requirements.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
Must maintain automobile liability insurance.
Must successfully complete a company defensive driving training class.
Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to make rational decisions.
Ability to exercise good judgment.

Responsibilities

Design/model friction stir weld (FSW) tools, friction plug weld plugs, friction plug weld fixtures, tooling and miscellaneous related parts in programs such as Solid Edge.
Create drawings from models.
Convert models to numerically controlled machine code using programs such as SURFCAM and manufacture parts using computer numerically controlled (CNC) and manual machining techniques.
Operating cranes and rigging loads for lifting.
Operating forklifts and aerial lifts.
Working around welding operations as needed.