CAM Programmer/CNC Machinist

AIRO Group; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental Leave

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Basic Life Insurance – fully paid by t

Long-Term Disability Insurance – fully

Job summary

AIRO Group in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Fusion 360 CAM Programmer / CNC Router Operator to support production of carbon fiber drone components. You will program, setup, fixture, document processes, inspect parts, and operate an industrial CNC router as we bring a new machine into production.

This role emphasizes adapting existing programs, proving out processes, and establishing documentation. You will continue as the primary operator, ensuring production and process control while maintaining

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Fusion 360 CAM for CNC programming.
• Experience operating CNC routers; router experience preferred.
• Mill programming and machining experience considered.
• Set up jobs, adjust programs, and troubleshoot machining issues independently.
• Experience with fixture setup, work holding, and process development.
• Ability to read 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.

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

Skills

Fusion 360 CAM programming

CNC router operation

Mill programming

Fixture setup

Reading drawings

Inspection tools

Documentation

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Experience with industrial CNC routers

Experience machining composites or carbon fiber

Experience supporting new equipment startup

Experience in high-volume manufacturing

Technical certificate or associate degree or military electronics training

Tools

Fusion 360 CAM

CNC Router

Job description

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

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.