NC Programmer

ALIGN PRECISION•City Industry, CA

About The Position

Position Summary: Performs research and engineering laboratory functions involving the testing, analysis and evaluation of materials and processes. Provides technical support to engineers on a variety of technical tasks. Analyzes technical data to determine applicability to design problems; selects from several possible design layouts; calculates design data; and prepares layouts, detailed specifications, parts lists, estimates, procedures, etc. Gathers, maintains , formats, compiles, and manipulates technical data, such as laboratory or material test results and engineering design changes. Produces engineering documentation, reports, drawings (flow charts, block diagrams, and schematics). Performs detailed mathematical calculations using established formulas; preliminary analyses of data where guidelines are provided in such areas as trajectory adequacy, model dimensional consistency; and quantitative judgments concerning technical data. Uses personal computer in performance of analyses and development of documentation/reports. Assembles electrical and electronic systems and prototypes according to engineering data and knowledge of electrical principles, using hand tools and measuring instruments. Sets up and operates test equipment to evaluate performance of developmental parts, assemblies, or systems under simulated operating conditions, and records results. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Ability in Fixturing Concepts and Designing using CAD system. Programing knowledge working with Forged materials. Experience in working with Titanium, and other Exotic materials. Tooling knowledge. Knows what tools should be used to cut what materials. Multi axis programming abilities using 4, 5, and 6 axis. Software knowledge in Catia or Mastercam (both would be a plus) and Vericut a MUST. Strong understanding of Aerospace GD&T. Willing to work with operators on shop floor to troubleshoot and improve machining process. Gather information to evaluate current work processes in order to determine the flow of work, time requirements, costs, and duration. Develop strategies and programs that improve the productivity and efficiency of the various work processes of the company. Apply various industrial engineering problem solving and productivity techniques to evaluate the improvement of recommended strategies and programs. File reports regarding product problems Research technical issues Manage and processing customer orders Walk customers through solutions Review product change requests Learn about product updates and new technologies Resolve escalated customer complaints without the need for team lead intervention Document troubleshooting and problem resolution steps Participate in providing training to customers as required Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

6+ years of relevant experience
High school degree or equivalent, plus specialized training
Excellent attention to detail
Working knowledge of customer specifications and requirements
Basic computer skills
Problem solving abilities
Mastery of basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and fractions)
Strong teamwork and communication skills to get along with co-workers and be a team player
Understand and obey safety requirements
Commitment to keep work area clean and free of debris
Extended screen time
Long periods of sitting
Potentially long hours

Nice To Haves

Software knowledge in Catia or Mastercam (both would be a plus)

Responsibilities

Ability in Fixturing Concepts and Designing using CAD system.
Programing knowledge working with Forged materials.
Experience in working with Titanium, and other Exotic materials.
Tooling knowledge.
Knows what tools should be used to cut what materials.
Multi axis programming abilities using 4, 5, and 6 axis.
Software knowledge in Catia or Mastercam (both would be a plus) and Vericut a MUST.
Strong understanding of Aerospace GD&T.
Willing to work with operators on shop floor to troubleshoot and improve machining process.
Gather information to evaluate current work processes in order to determine the flow of work, time requirements, costs, and duration.
Develop strategies and programs that improve the productivity and efficiency of the various work processes of the company.
Apply various industrial engineering problem solving and productivity techniques to evaluate the improvement of recommended strategies and programs.
File reports regarding product problems
Research technical issues
Manage and processing customer orders
Walk customers through solutions
Review product change requests
Learn about product updates and new technologies
Resolve escalated customer complaints without the need for team lead intervention
Document troubleshooting and problem resolution steps
Participate in providing training to customers as required
Other duties as assigned.