Chief Sustainment Technician

University of Dayton; Warner Robins (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Dayton is seeking a Principal CNC Programmer located at the Advanced Technology and Training Center in Warner Robins, GA. This role requires over 15 years of CNC programming experience, particularly using Mastercam for aerospace parts and fixtures.

The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of g-code, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to mentor junior technicians. This position supports both government and industry partners, emphasizing advanced manufacturing technologies.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of CNC programming experience for metals.
• Extensive use of Mastercam software for CNC machining.
• Thorough understanding of g-code for machining operations.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and reports.
• Must be a U.S. citizen due to federal contract requirements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a principal CNC programmer for advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Create CNC programs for machining complex aerospace parts.
• Guide team members on design for manufacturability and part processing.

Skills

CNC programming

Mastercam

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Solidworks

Haas CNC machines

Job description

Apply now Job No: 503698
Work Type: Staff Full Time (1500 hours or greater)
Location: Warner Robins, GA
Category: Research Institute Staff
Department: Adv Mfg MG - 250713
Pay Grade: T5 - Non Exempt
Advertised: July 06, 2026
Applications close: Open until filled

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, using 3, 4 & 5 axis CNC equipment. As a highly experienced CNC programmer, this candidate is also responsible for providing guidance on design for manufacturability, equipment and part set up, part processing, and mentoring junior or less skilled technicians, while adhering to lab and equipment guidelines. The majority of work will support government customers, but some industry partners will be supported as well.

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
• 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

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet.

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.