CNC Programmer

Impulse Space; Redondo Beach (CA); Presencial; USD 62.000 - 83.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Stock options

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, vision & dental coverage

Descripción de la vacante

Impulse Space is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to own and optimize programming for 3- and 5-axis machines, interfacing with engineers and machinists to deliver parts for engine, vehicle, avionics, and test development.

The role requires 5+ years in CNC programming with multiple CAM systems, hands-on experience with manual and CNC mills/lathes, and the ability to quickly learn new CAM software while managing large tool libraries and improving manufacturability.

Formación

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

Responsabilidades

• Fast-paced fabrication to deliver engine, vehicle, avionics and test hardware parts.
• Operate and optimize programs across 3-axis and 5-axis machines, interfacing with engineering and shop teams.
• Work with CAM packages and various controls (Heidenhain, Okuma OSP, Siemens, Fanuc).
• Manage digital tool libraries and tool magazines to improve throughput.
• Suggest drawing or design improvements for manufacturability.
• Program billet parts with minimal fixturing using stock tabs or frames.
• Design and machine fixtures on the fly to accelerate production.
• Keep parts moving and flag bottlenecks; contribute process improvements.

Conocimientos

CNC programming

5-axis milling

CAM software proficiency

Manual CNC machining

CAM software learning agility

Attention to detail

Educación

High school diploma

Herramientas

NX

MasterCam

HSM Works

Fusion 360

ESPRIT

Hypermill

Descripción del empleo

Department

Manufacturing

Location

Redondo Beach

Compensation

$45.00 - $60.00 / hour

Description

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 the 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.