CAD/CAM Programming and Design Specialist/Trainer

University of Dayton; Warner Robins, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI) seeks an experienced CAD/CAM Programmer/Trainer in Warner Robins, GA. The role focuses on CNC programming, machine tool operations, and providing technical training for Mastercam and related processes. Travel to AFMFTO sites and customer locations is required.

The position involves programming support, design for manufacturability guidance, and at‑machine edits on 2–5 axis Haas machines. A CAC is required due to contract obligations with the U.S.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in a technical field plus 4 years of CNC programming and machining experience.
• OR
• High school diploma plus 10 years of CNC programming and machining experience.
• Experience with CAD/CAM and 2–5 axis CNC programming (Mastercam preferred).
• Experience operating 2–5 axis CNC machines, preferably Haas, including at-machine edits.
• Experience mentoring others in CAD/CAM programming and CNC operations.
• Ability to read technical drawings and GD&T.
• Ability to travel ~15% nationally and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Provide CAD/CAM programming training for CNC operations.
• Support AFMFTO sustainment activities in Middle Georgia with programming and machining guidance.
• Offer design for manufacturability guidance and troubleshooting support.
• Travel to customer sites and offices as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Self-starter

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Travel readiness

Education

B.S. or higher in technical field

High school diploma + 10 years experience

Tools

Mastercam

Haas machines

SolidWorks

Job description

CAD/CAM Programming and Design Specialist/Trainer

Job No: 503829
Work Type: Staff Full Time (1500 hours or greater)
Location: Warner Robins, GA
Category: Research Institute Staff
Department: Advanced Product & Sys Eng - 250615
Pay Grade: P2/P3 - Exempt
Advertised: August 31, 2026
Applications close: Open until filled

Position Summary:

Are you interested in taking your CNC Programing and machining skills to the next level while working for a growing organization? Do you like sharing what you know with others? Do you like to travel? UDRI is seeking a CAD/CAM Programming trainer to assist the Air Force Metal Fabrication and Technologies Office (AFMFTO) with their support of Air Force fabrication shops worldwide.

This position is an in-person position located in Warner Robins, Georgia.

University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI) is seeking an experienced CAD/CAM programmer to develop and provide technical training in both CNC programming and CNC machine tool operations. As well, this person will support the AFMFTO sustainment activities at the Advanced Technology and Training Center - Middle Georgia (ATTC-MG) by providing programming and machining support, design for manufacturability guidance, call-in support to shops for Mastercam and Haas troubleshooting, and other related activities. Due to the nature of this role, ability to acquire and maintain a CAC is required.

Traveling between customer sites, offices, or job locations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• - BA/BS degree in a technical field plus four (4) years of relevant experience in CNC programming and machining
• OR
• High school diploma plus ten (10) years relevant experience in CNC programming and machining
• - Experience using CAD/CAM and programming for 2, 3, 4 and 5-axis CNC machines (Mastercam experience preferred).
• - Experience operating 2, 3, 4 and 5-axis CNC machines, preferably Haas machines, including at-machine edits.
• - Minimum of four (4) years’ experience in interacting with design and manufacturing engineers and other technical personnel, providing guidance around design for manufacturability.
• - Prior experience training or mentoring others in CAD/CAM programming and CNC machine tool operations.
• - Ability to read technical drawings.
• - Practical experience using/applying/interpreting drawings with geometric dimensioning and tolerances (GD&T)
• - Experience using precision measurement equipment, such as micrometers, Vernier calipers, dial indicators, optical comparators, etc.
• - Strong interpersonal skills.
• - Self-starter with ability to operate with minimal supervision.
• - Effective verbal communication skills with team members at all levels
• - Organizational skills
• - Able to lift fifty (50) pounds.
• - Able to travel (~15%) of time. Includes both national and international locations.
• - Possess a valid passport or ability to obtain a passport within sixty (60) days of hire.
• - Valid drivers license with low risk driving record.
• - Due to the requirements of our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be a U.S. citizen.

Preferred Qualifications:

• - Mastercam Training certificate.
• - Prior experience developing and providing training in a formal educational setting for both Mastercam programming and CNC machine tool operations.
• - Experience designing with SolidWorks, certification is a plus.
• - Geometric dimensioning and tolerances (GD&T) certificate.
• - An understanding of additive manufacturing equipment and processes.
• - 4 years’ experience in programming, set-up, operation and troubleshooting Additive Manufacturing equipment (i.e. Stratasys Polymer 3D Printers, EOS M290 printing system).

Closing Statement:

Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the dignity of every human being. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity in all of its forms, achieve fair outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. The University is committed to policies of affirmative action designed to increase the employment opportunities of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in compliance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1973.

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