Master Sustainment Technician - CNC Programmer

Are you an experienced CNC Programmer passionate about sustainability and seeking a rewarding career opportunity Look no further than the University of Daytons Research Institute where we are seeking a Master Sustainment Technician CNC Programmer to join our team in Warner Robins GA.

This position is located at the Advanced Technology and Training Center (ATTC) in Warner Robins GA at the University of Dayton Research Institute. This position will support advanced manufacturing programs for Air Force sustainment activities. The position will serve as a principal CNC programmer for advanced manufacturing technologies supporting additive manufacture additive repair and solidstate metal deposition (e.g. friction stir) systems. As these systems are used to build join coat and repair metal components the ideal candidate should be highly experienced in 3 4 & 5 axis CNC programming using Mastercam but must also possess substantial experience writing line gcode for 3axis machining operations without the aid of CADCAM software. This candidate is also responsible for part post processing such as 3 & 4 axis milling wire EDM fixture design mentoring junior or less skilled technicians while adhering to lab and equipment guidelines. The successful candidate will understand machining and additive manufacturing techniques and provide guidance on design for manufacturability equipment and part set up and part processing. The majority of work will support government customers but some industry partners will be supported as well.

Minimum of 15 years of experience in computer numerical control (CNC) programming for metals (i.e. milling turning EDM etc)
Minimum of 10 years of experience using Mastercam software to program CNC machining equipment to produce complex 3axis aerospace parts and fixtures
Must possess a thorough understanding of gcode with a minimum of 5 years of experience creating NC code for processing part/tool designs without the aid of CADCAM software (i.e. writing gcode for machining operations)
Ability to create read and interpret models technical drawings schematics and computergenerated reports
Organizational skills
Effective interpersonal and verbal communication skills with team members at all levels
Attention to detail
Due to the requirements of our research contracts with the U.S. federal government candidates for this position must be a U.S. citizen

While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:

20 years of experience in CNC programming and machining operations for metals
Experience working with friction stir welding or related technologies
Experience programming and operating Haas CNC milling machines and lathes
Experience creating part machining work plans or job packets
Proficient in Solidworks and Mastercam
Experience in jig and fixture design for CNC work holding
Multiaxis (i.e. 4th & 5th axis) and trunnion programming experience
Experience machining castings or additively manufactured parts

Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission the University is committed to the principles of diversity equity and inclusion. Informed by this commitment we seek to increase diversity achieve equitable outcomes and model inclusion across our campus community. As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer we will not discriminate against minorities women protected veterans individuals with disabilities or on the basis of age race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation or gender identity.