Chief Sustainment Technician

University of Dayton Research Institute; Warner Robins (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Dayton Research Institute at the Advanced Technology and Training Center in Warner Robins, GA seeks a principal CNC programmer to support Air Force sustainment activities using advanced manufacturing technologies. Experience with Mastercam and 3-5 axis programming is required, along with the ability to guide others in design for manufacturability and process setup.

The ideal candidate will mentor junior technicians, interpret complex drawings and models, and ensure adherence to

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of CNC programming experience for metals.
• Minimum of 15 years using Mastercam for 3‑ to 5‑axis aerospace parts and fixtures.
• Thorough understanding of g-code for machining operations.
• Ability to read models, technical drawings, schematics, and reports.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• U.S. citizen due to government contracts.

Responsibilities

• Program CNC parts using Mastercam for 3‑, 4‑ and 5‑axis machines.
• Provide guidance on design for manufacturability, equipment and part setup, and part processing.
• Mentor junior technicians and ensure adherence to lab guidelines and safety.

Skills

CNC programming

G-code

Mastercam

Multi-axis machining (3-5 axis)

Team communication

Tools

Haas machines

Solidworks

Fixture design

Job description

Position Summary

This position is located at the Advanced Technology and Training Center (ATTC) in Warner Robins, GA. The position will serve as a principal CNC programmer for processing parts built using advanced manufacturing technologies such as additive manufacturing, solid‑state deposition, directed energy deposition, etc., supporting Air Force sustainment activities. The ideal candidate should be highly experienced in using Mastercam to create CNC programs for machining fixtures, castings, and forgings on 3‑, 4‑, and 5‑axis CNC equipment. As a highly experienced CNC programmer, this candidate will also provide guidance on design for manufacturability, equipment and part setup, part processing, and mentoring junior or less skilled technicians while adhering to lab and equipment guidelines. The majority of work will support government customers, with some industry partners also supported.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in computer numerical control (CNC) programming for metals (i.e., milling, turning, EDM, etc.)
• Minimum of 15 years of experience using Mastercam software to program CNC machining equipment to produce complex 3‑axis aerospace parts and fixtures
• Must possess a thorough understanding of g‑code used for machining operations
• Ability to create, read, and interpret models, technical drawings, schematics, and computer‑generated reports
• Strong organizational skills
• Effective interpersonal and verbal communication skills with team members at all levels
• Attention to detail
• 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

• 20+ years of experience in CNC programming and machining operations for metals
• Experience programming and operating Haas CNC milling machines and lathes
• Experience machining alloys such as Inconel 718, Ti‑6Al‑4V, 17‑4PH, 15‑5PH
• Experience working with friction stir welding or related technologies
• Experience creating part machining work plans or job packets
• Proficient in Solidworks
• Experience in jig and fixture design for CNC work holding
• Multi‑axis (i.e., 4th & 5th axis) and trunnion programming experience
• Experience machining castings or additively manufactured parts

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.