Senior CNC Programmer

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated•Huntsville, AL

16d

About The Position

Be visionary Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research. We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins. Job Description Job Summary: Plans numerical control program to control contour-path machining of parts on automatic machine tools. Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines include, but are not limited to, machining tools such as lathes, multi-axis spindles, and milling machines, but the functions formerly performed by human operators are performed by a computer-control module. CNC machines cut away material from a solid block of metal, plastic, glass, or other materials to form a finished part. Applies knowledge of the working properties of materials with CNC programming knowledge to design and carry out the operations needed to make machined products that meet precise specifications. Most companies require previous experience as a machinist or machine setter, operator, and tender along with apprenticeship programs, informally on the job, or training in secondary, vocational, or technical college. Requires knowledge of computers and electronics, computer numerical control, basics of programming, and computer-aided manufacturing. Detailed Description: Analyzes drawings, sketches, and design data of part to determine dimension and configuration of cuts, selection of cutting tools, and machine speeds and feed rates, according to knowledge of machine shop processes, part specifications, and machine capabilities. Determines reference points and direction of machine cutting paths. Computes angular and linear dimensions, radii, and curvatures, and outlines sequence of operations required to machine part. Prepares geometric layout on graph paper or using computer-assisted drafting software to show location of reference points and direction of cutting paths, using drafting instruments or computer. Writes instruction sheets and cutter lists to guide setup and operation of machine. Writes program of machine instructions to regulate movement of machine along cutting path. Compares computer printout with original program sheet to assure accuracy of machine instructions. Changes program to eliminate instruction errors or omissions. Observes operation of machine on trial run to prove programmed instructions.

Requirements

High school diploma, general education degree (GED) or equivalent knowledge gained through formal education including vocational training.
Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of machine shop experience that include machine programming.
Ability to use shop mathematics, drawings and measuring tools.
Basic Knowledge of ISO and/or AS9100
Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing/6 Sigma/Kaizen
Knowledge of specific software (design, analysis, ERP…)
US Citizenship with ability to attain/maintain government security clearance.
Ability to travel (domestically/internationally) approximately _+/-10__%

Responsibilities

Analyzes drawings, sketches, and design data of part to determine dimension and configuration of cuts, selection of cutting tools, and machine speeds and feed rates, according to knowledge of machine shop processes, part specifications, and machine capabilities.
Determines reference points and direction of machine cutting paths.
Computes angular and linear dimensions, radii, and curvatures, and outlines sequence of operations required to machine part.
Prepares geometric layout on graph paper or using computer-assisted drafting software to show location of reference points and direction of cutting paths, using drafting instruments or computer.
Writes instruction sheets and cutter lists to guide setup and operation of machine.
Writes program of machine instructions to regulate movement of machine along cutting path.
Compares computer printout with original program sheet to assure accuracy of machine instructions.
Changes program to eliminate instruction errors or omissions.
Observes operation of machine on trial run to prove programmed instructions.

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