CNC Programmer

Impulse Space

$83K — $104K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 5+ years of CNC programming experience with CAM software
  • 4+ years on 5-axis mills and turret lathes
  • Hands-on experience with manual and CNC machines
  • Ability to quickly learn new CAM software

Responsibilities

  • Execute rapid machining operations for various aerospace components
  • Utilize multiple CAM software platforms efficiently
  • Produce parts using advanced CNC machines and software
  • Manage digital tool libraries to enhance shop efficiency
  • Adjust settings for optimal cutting strategies based on tooling knowledge
  • Propose design improvements for manufacturability
  • Design and create fixture tooling as needed

Benefits

  • Long-term incentives in the form of stock options
  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan access
Full Job Description
CNC Programmer

Department: Manufacturing

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Redondo Beach

Compensation: $40.00 - $50.00 / hour

Description

The CNC Programmer role at Impulse Space will possess a comprehensive know-how of all CNC machining and programming operations. This role is tasked with working directly with different machines (3-axis, 5-axis, etc.) as well as interfacing with engineering teams/leadership, machinists and operations to optimize machining programs and procedures.

Responsibilities
  • Fast pace of execution to deliver parts needed for engine, vehicle, avionics and test development
  • Work with various CAM softwares (HSM Works, Fusion 360, ESPRIT, Hypermill, etc.) and strong ability to learn and become expert in new software rapidly
  • Produce hardware on various machines and OEM software including Heidenhain, Okuma OSP, Siemens, Fanuc, etc.
  • Familiarity managing digital tool libraries to increase shop throughput and managing tool magazines.
  • Knowledgeable of carbide tools and adjusting speed and feed parameters for various cutting strategies
  • Able and ready to offer suggestions on drawing or design changes to improve manufacturability
  • Ability to program billet parts with minimal fixturing by using stock tabs, frames or otherwise.
  • Design and machine scrappy fixture tooling on the fly and as needed to manufacture parts rapidly.
  • Constantly keep products moving and alerting management when bottlenecks are encountered
  • Provide consistent ideas for process improvements


Minimum Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 5+ years of CNC programming experience using various CAM packages (HSM Works, Fusion 360, ESPRIT, Hypermill, etc.)
  • 4+ years of experience on 5-axis mills, 5-axis mill turns, live tooled turret lathes, etc.
  • Hands on experience on manual and CNC mills and/or lathes
  • Ability to rapidly pick up new CAM software and manage large tool libraries
  • Demonstrated high attention to detail and rapid pace of execution


Preferred Skills and Experience
  • 4+ years of demonstrated experience programming rocket engine propulsion hardware, experience programming in MAX-PAC
  • Familiarity with CAD software (NX or equivalent), geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) and work holding design and analysis
  • Experience setting up machine shops, recommending and evaluating capital for purchase
  • Past experience programming turbomachinery, experience programming in MAX-PAC
  • Python programming experience or similar

Additional Information:

Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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