Pursuit Aerospace · 7 hours ago
CNC Programmer
Pursuit Aerospace is a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, committed to operational improvement and customer service. The CNC Programmer will translate blueprints into machine code, analyze technical drawings, and optimize CNC machine settings to ensure product specifications are met.
AerospaceMachinery ManufacturingSupply Chain Management
Responsibilities
Reviews current fixturing and provides support for new fixture design/revisions as required
Recommends new cutting tools to improve existing programs and develop new
Analyzes drawings, sketches, design data and specifications pertaining to parts to determine program paths/techniques
Selects the appropriate tools and machine speed/feed rates according to the machine shop processes, part specifications and machine capabilities
Provides information for instruction sheets and cutter lists to guide set-up and operation of the machine
Optimizes existing programs
Ensures quality control standards are maintained
Maintains production schedules from the prototype run to production
Provides shop floor support for the life of the program
Documents set-up information and programming writing/support for various CNC 3, 4 and 5 axis milling operations
Participates in process development, including creation of detailed router instructions, operation sheets, tool selection and fixture/tooling design
Interfaces daily with manufacturing, engineering and quality functions
Works with customers and suppliers to resolve process and design issues
Incorporates lean manufacturing in cell environment and quick-change set-up, etc
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Two (2) year Technical degree
Two (2) years of related experience in CNC Programming and machine shop practices in the Aerospace industry, solid CAD modeling experience and fully fluent with Siemens NX for CNC Programming
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time bases without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis
Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations
Preferred
Excellent mathematical, measurement, and technical skills
Self-directed work ethic & time management skills to assure projects are completed on time
Strong knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance (GD&T)
Ability to interpret complex blueprints and prepare machining process
Analytical skills to lead and solve problems to improve business process
Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communications skills
Must be a team player and work well with others in a cross functional team environment
Ability to create macros for part probing
Proficient with simulation software (Vericut preferred)
Thorough knowledge of G code programming
Knowledge and experience in the major aerospace alloy groups (titanium, stainless, nickel and aluminum)
Thorough knowledge of quality control procedures
Experience in 5-axis milling and superalloy turning
Skilled in CNC post processor development and refinement
Experience programming on-machine touch and laser tool setters
Capable of evaluating tool lengths and diameters to support regrind cutting tools
Expert computer software programming skills
Sound project management and presentation skills
Benefits
Health and disability insurance
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
EAP
Paid time off
Company-paid holidays
Company
Pursuit Aerospace
Pursuit Aerospace is a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine parts created using highly integrated and lean production systems.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-02-16Private Equity
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