Machining Technician

Fiber Materials•Biddeford, ME

11h•Onsite

About The Position

FMI is seeking a Machining Technician to play a pivotal role in our R&T department, developing machining operations, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards, and helping build robust processes for machining. As a Machining Technician, you will work primarily with carbon fiber composites and some basic process with metals, performing a variety of duties relating to component and material manufacturing including, but not limited to, CNC programming/operation, metrology programming/operation, cutting tool design, CNC/CMM fixture design, process/machine trouble shooting, etc. You will also work from schematics, routes, engineering drawings and written or verbal instructions. Being in the Machining Technician means you will operate related equipment in low volume production scenarios; conducts tests and reports data in prescribed format(s), perform calibration and alignment checks; makes adjustments, modifications, and replacements as necessary. The Machining Technician provides design for manufacturing input and helps facilitate first article type process reviews.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
3+ years of machining experience
Knowledge of machining process types, milling, turning, grinding, etc. with technical expertise in at least one discipline
Understanding of manufacturing processes/techniques, gaging, fixturing and custom tooling
Strong analytical skills with a focus on troubleshooting and process improvement
Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment

Nice To Haves

Technical certification or associate degree in machining, manufacturing technology, or related field preferred
Experience with CNC machines, manufacturing processes, metrology, and fixturing
Familiarity with composite material machining challenges, including fiber alignment and tool wear management
Expertise in machining carbon fiber composites, metals, and other advanced materials
Proficiency in precision manufacturing, CAD/CAM processes and G-code programming

Responsibilities

Work with the team to program, set up, and operate CNC mills, lathes, and multi-axis machines to manufacture precision aerospace components from carbon fiber composites and some metals
Ensure all parts meet stringent aerospace and defense specifications, conducting inspections using precision measuring tools and techniques
Help identify and implement improvements to machining processes to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance quality
Help develop and troubleshoot CNC programs using CAD/CAM software (e.g., Edgecam, Solidworks, or equivalent)
Help select appropriate tooling for materials and applications, and manage routine machine maintenance to ensure optimal performance
Maintain strict adherence to workplace safety standards, ITAR/EAR compliance, and AS9100 or equivalent quality standards
Work closely with engineering, quality, and production teams to meet project timelines and resolve technical challenges