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Vast

Senior CNC Programmer

Hawthorne, California, United States · Senior · Full-time · Posted Sep 19, 2024

Experience
6+ years in a related machining role; 3+ years CAM with mill turn experience (lathe Y axis).
Education
High school diploma or equivalency certificate.

About the job

Programs and machines lathe and mill-turn parts, tools, and production fixtures for Vast’s E-2 liquid rocket engine program.

What you'll do

  • Design, manufacture, inspect, maintain, and repair production tools, jigs, fixtures, molds, and related equipment.
  • Interpret engineering drawings and specifications, select suitable materials, and ensure tools meet required tolerances.
  • Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve manufacturing processes and maintain safety and production records.

What they ask for

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
  • 6+ years experience in a related machining role.
  • 3+ years CAM with mill turn experience (lathe Y axis).
  • Proficiency in Mastercam for turning centers.

Nice to have

  • Experience with Fanuc controller and Doosan / DNM PUMA turning centers.
  • Experience turning aerospace materials, fixturing and turning metal additive manufacturing parts, or strong GD&T and drawing skills.

Pay

$44 — $63 USD (base salary; stated as Pay Range: California)

Tools

Mastercam, Fanuc, Doosan / DNM PUMA, Inconel 718, SS304, SS316, AL7075, EDM

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