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Karman Space & Defense

CNC Programmer

Karman Space & Defense, South El Monte, California, United States, 91733

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CNC Programmer Summary Under direct supervision, writes, edits, and optimizes CNC programs to create mechanical parts on 3- and 5-axis CNC machines. Creates highly diversified and complex programs for milling, drilling, boring, tapping of aerospace parts while adhering to all safety features of the machines and plant. The CNC Programmer must be able to explain the respective role within the QMS and how their role contributes to quality (Ref. Quality Procedures). The CNC Programmer shall contribute to product conformity as part of their daily job function and shall contribute to product safety (Ref. job travelers and the Injury and Illness Prevention Program Handbook). The CNC Programmer shall also be aware of ethical behavior and conduct themselves accordingly to AMRO policies and procedures (Ref. Employee Handbook).

Responsibility & Authority

Maintain and Realize AS 9100 procedures and continuous improvement efforts

Ensure department processes, safety rules, and practices are followed

Create and modify programs to become more efficient

Develop holding fixtures and select cutting tools as required

Integrate your work with Program Management, Production, Quality departments for optimal effectiveness

Maintain programs to current print/model revisions

Able to work to deadlines/schedules

Accepts, performs, and is accountable for efficiency and quality results of assigned duties

Notify supervisor of any problems and/or difficulties and provide possible solutions

Must understand how customer products are impacted in the event of failure

Ensure programming office is kept neat and orderly at all times

Education And/Or Experience

Minimum 10 years’ experience using Catia, Vericut to write CNC programs in a machining environment

Work experience as a machinist or its equivalent is a plus

Experience with Catia/Mastercam software or equivalent, and G&M codes

Able to read and understand process work instructions, blueprints, and engineering drawings

Experience operating all types of basic machine shop equipment such as drills, mills, lathes, grinders, saws

Experience operating 3, 5 axis CNC machines

Knowledge And Skill Requirements

Knowledge and understanding of standard and metric terminology

Ability to problem solve

Ability to determine and calculate proper speeds and feeds

Must be familiar with controls and instrumentation, tooling, and machine set up

Working knowledge of basic safety policies and procedures

Lean manufacturing knowledge a plus

Must be self-confident and pay close attention to detail

Time management and organization

Must have good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate at all levels

Must have a professional attitude as well as a passion for continuous improvement

Must have direct communication with internal customers.

Must be trained on applicable changes & customer requirements.

Must know the QMS basic system of reporting, record keeping, and follow instructions.

Employment Details Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 5 - 10 years Bonus/Commission: No

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