CNC Programming Engineer

When you join the Kinetic Engine Systems team you are more than a number - you are a valued part of our company family. Superior craftsmanship employee pride and a shared commitment to continuous improvement are the foundation of our success. We have a strong reputation for professionalism and quality in the aerospace industry. Our company is committed to excellence and we recognize that the right people offering their ideas and expertise will enable us to continue our success. We seek team members who are passionate adaptable driven to achieve quality results focused on continuous improvement self-motivated and problem solvers.

Job Position Summary: CNC Programmer is responsible to create computer numerically controlled (CNC) programs to be used for automating machinists tools by using computer generated electronic data.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or higher in related field preferred
• Experience with CNC programming for both Milling and Lathe machines.
• Ability to read interpret and edit program code on shop floor.
• Strong hands-on experience of operating both multi-axis CNC Mills and CNC lathes
• CAD/CAM experience NX preferred.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office
• Understanding of CNC Milling and Lathe machining techniques and materials.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and knowledge of GD&T
• Ability to choose and/or design correct tooling and apply speeds and feeds based on process and
• Working knowledge in the Aerospace Manufacturing industry to include Aerospace standards and specifications.
• Advance Analytical skills to gather process and interpret data to solve problems and make decisions.
• Ability to effectively communicate both written and verbally.
• Strong attention to details.
• Time Management and Organizational skills.
• Excellent Interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet multiple deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given prescribed routines and standard accepted practices.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Ensure adherence to safety regulation and standard. Follow Safety culture and wear PPE when required.
• Create CNC programs select tooling and tool path in CAM software.
• Check completed programs using Vericut software.
• Create Tooling and Setup Sheets.
• Analyze troubleshoot and solve tool and program related issues on floor.
• Review and Modify existing Programs/Processes and Setup times for Continuous Improvement.
• Follow 6s Procedures and maintains a clean organized work area.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

• Normal Production environments subject to high noise levels from operating machines; physical hazards from moving equipment and sharp machine parts; breathing fumes dust and mist; skin exposure to oil and cutting fluid; exposure to sharp metal edges and forklifts.
• May be asked to travel back and forth between Southwick and Westfield facilities.

Physical Requirements:

• Must have ability to read applicable customer documents with or without corrective lenses.
• May have to lift up to thirty (30) pounds at a time as required.
• Must be able to push pull reach overhead stand walk climb stairs bend and/or sit for long periods of time.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Kinetic Engine Systems has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To assure full implementation of this equal employment policy we will take steps to assure that persons are recruited hired assigned and promoted without regard to race national origin religion age color sex disability or protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local state or federal laws rules or regulations.

Reasonable Accommodations
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Transparency In Coverage (TIC) information
This is a link that will take you to Cignas website for access to Kinetic Engine Systems Machine-Readable Files per the Consolidated Appropriations Act 2021 Transparency in Coverage requirement to provide Machine-Readable Files on the health plan (effective July 1 2022). Machine Readable Files Cigna Healthcare

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The salary information is a general guideline only. A wide range of factors are considered when extending an offer such as job-related knowledge and skills qualifications education/training key skills as well as market and business considerations. Other forms of pay (e.g. bonus or long-term incentive) may be provided as part of the compensation package in addition to a full range of medical financial and other benefits dependent on the position offered.