CAM Programmer/CNC Machinist

AIRO Group Holdings, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

AIRO Group Holdings, Inc. in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a CAM Programmer/CNC Machinist to support production of carbon fiber components for drones. You will program, set up, fixture, document processes, inspect parts, and operate an industrial CNC router.

The role includes adapting programs for a new machine, establishing documentation, and becoming the primary CNC operator as processes mature. You will read drawings, develop fixtures, verify programs, run production, monitor quality, and support

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with industrial CNC routers and carbon fiber/military composites a plus.
• Fusion 360 CAM programming experience required or strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specs.
• Ability to set up, modify, and troubleshoot CNC programs independently.
• Experience developing fixtures and work holding for production.

Responsibilities

• Create, modify, and maintain CAM programs for CNC operations.
• Adapt programs to a new machine platform and fixture setups.
• Set up and prove out new jobs on CNC router.
• Assist with startup and implementation of new CNC machine.
• Develop and improve fixtures and work holding.
• Interpret drawings and process information for machining.
• Establish setup methods and verify programs before production.
• Run parts and monitor machine performance and quality.
• Perform inspection and document results.
• Maintain setup sheets and process documentation.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and implement corrective actions.
• Work with engineering/quality to improve processes.
• Manage tooling, consumables, and materials for router operations.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area.

Skills

CNC Router operation

Fusion 360 CAM programming

Mill programming

Fixture setup

Reading engineering drawings

Process documentation

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Industrial CNC routers experience

Carbon fiber experience

Technical certificate / associate / military electronics training

Tools

Fusion 360 CAM

CNC Router hardware

Job description

CAM Programmer/CNC Machinist

AIRO Group Holdings, Inc. Phoenix, Arizona, United States

About this position

Build the Future with Us

At AIRO, we bring together aircraft, autonomy, avionics, and mission services into one integrated platform designed for the environments where failure is not an option. Our technology supports contested logistics, tactical and long-range ISTAR, and operations that demand precision under pressure, so the people who depend on it can get where they need to be when it matters most. Here, you will work alongside innovators, engineers, operators, and industry leaders who share a passion for solving hard problems and building what comes next in aerospace and defense.

Join us and be part of something extraordinary.

Position Overview

Fusion 360 CAM Programmer / CNC Router Operator will support production in a newly established manufacturing facility focused on carbon fiber components for the drone industry. This position will be responsible for programming, machine setup, fixture implementation, process documentation, inspection, and operation of an industrial CNC router. The role will initially focus on bringing a new machine into production, including adapting existing programs, developing and modifying fixtures, proving out processes, and establishing documentation. Once the process is in place, the position will continue as the primary operator of the CNC area, supporting ongoing production and process control.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, modify, and maintain CAM programs for CNC machining operations
• Adapt existing CNC programs and machining processes to a new machine platform
• Set up and prove out new jobs on an industrial CNC router
• Assist with startup and implementation of a new CNC machine in production
• Develop, modify, and improve fixtures and work holding for production needs
• Interpret drawings, models, and existing process information to support machining operations
• Establish setup methods and verify programs before release to production
• Run production parts and monitor machine performance, quality, and cycle consistency
• Perform first article, in-process, and final inspection of machined parts as required
• Measure parts using standard inspection tools and confirm conformance to specifications
• Create and maintain setup sheets, work instructions, process documentation, and revision control
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, fixture, and quality issues and implement corrective actions
• Work with engineering, quality, and production personnel to support process improvements
• Manage tooling, consumables, and materials needed for router operation
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Support related production activities as needed outside of CNC operations

Qualifications

• Experience with Fusion 360 CAM programming for CNC machining
• Experience operating CNC machines; router experience preferred
• Mill programming and machining experience will also be considered
• Ability to set up jobs, adjust programs, and troubleshoot machining issues independently
• Experience with fixture setup, work holding, and process development
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, models, and part specifications
• Familiarity with inspection methods and standard measurement tools
• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical machining knowledge
• Ability to document processes clearly and maintain organized records
• Comfortable working independently in a role with broad responsibility.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Experience with industrial CNC routers
• Experience machining composites or carbon fiber
• Experience supporting new equipment startup or process implementation
• Experience in a high-volume, high-ownership manufacturing environment
• Technical certificate, associate degree, military electronics training, or equivalent hands‑on electronics experience preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and/or walk for extended periods
• Ability to use hands and fingers for manual dexterity and repetitive tasks
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, and lift as required by the position
• Ability to safely lift, carry, push, or pull objects within the requirements of the position
• Ability to perform the visual, auditory, and communication requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the position
• Ability to work safely in the physical and environmental conditions applicable to the position

Company Benefits

• Parental Leave
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Basic Life Insurance – fully paid by the company for employees and their dependents
• Long-Term Disability Insurance – fully paid by the company
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance options
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Commuter Benefits

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the employee may also be asked to perform other reasonably related job duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor as required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed. The AIRO Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The pay range for this role is:
35 - 45 USD per hour(Phoenix - Main)