CNC Programmer

Impulse Space; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 55,104 - 75,768; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision & dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Stock options

Job summary

Impulse Space is seeking a CNC Programmer in Redondo Beach, California. This role requires a strong background in CNC machining and programming across various machines and CAM software.

Ideal candidates will have over five years of experience in CNC programming, a high school diploma, and the ability to quickly adapt to new tools and software. The position offers competitive hourly compensation between $40.00 and $55.00.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of CNC programming experience using various CAM packages.
• 4+ years of experience on 5-axis mills and live tooled turret lathes.
• Hands-on experience with manual and CNC mills and/or lathes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver parts for engine, vehicle, avionics, and test development swiftly.
• Produce hardware on various machines and OEM software.
• Manage digital tool libraries to enhance shop throughput.

Skills

CNC programming

CAM software proficiency (NX, MasterCam, etc.)

Experience with 5-axis mills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Tools

NX

MasterCam

Fusion 360

Job description

Job Overview

Department: Manufacturing

Location: Redondo Beach

Compensation: $40.00 - $55.00 / hour

The CNC Programmer role at Impulse will possess a comprehensive know-how of all CNC machining and programming operations. This role is tasked with working directly with different machines (3-axis, 5-axis, etc.) as well as interfacing with engineering teams/leadership, machinists and operations to optimize machining programs and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Fast pace of execution to deliver parts needed for engine, vehicle, avionics and test development
• Work with various CAM softwares (NX, MasterCam, HSM Works, Fusion 360, ESPRIT, Hypermill, etc.) and strong ability to learn and become expert in new software rapidly
• Produce hardware on various machines and OEM software including Heidenhain, Okuma OSP, Siemens, Fanuc, etc.
• Familiarity managing digital tool libraries to increase shop throughput and managing tool magazines.
• Knowledgeable of carbide tools and adjusting speed and feed parameters for various cutting strategies
• Able and ready to offer suggestions on drawing or design changes to improve manufacturability
• Ability to program billet parts with minimal fixturing by using stock tabs, frames or otherwise.
• Design and machine scrappy fixture tooling on the fly and as needed to manufacture parts rapidly.
• Constantly keep products moving and alerting management when bottlenecks are encountered
• Provide consistent ideas for process improvements

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 5+ years of CNC programming experience using various CAM packages (NX, MasterCam, HSM Works, Fusion 360, ESPRIT, Hypermill, etc.)
• 4+ years of experience on 5-axis mills, 5-axis mill turns, live tooled turret lathes, etc.
• Hands on experience on manual and CNC mills and/or lathes
• Ability to rapidly pick up new CAM software and manage large tool libraries
• Demonstrated high attention to detail and rapid pace of execution

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated experience setting up machine shops, recommending and evaluating capital for purchase
• 4+ years of demonstrated experience programming turbomachinery, with experience programming in MAX-PAC
• Python programming experience or similar

Additional Information

Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long‑term incentives, in form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.