CAM Programmer – Fusion 360 & CNC Router for Drone Parts

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

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