CNC Programmer - Engineering Support - 1st Shift

Vectrus, Inc; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Paid time off

Learning and Development resources

Job summary

A leading engineering support company in Indianapolis is seeking a CNC Programmer for 1st Shift. The role involves creating and modifying CNC programs, providing engineering assistance in a machine shop environment, and ensuring support on the manufacturing floor. The ideal candidate has at least 6 years of experience programming and operating CNC equipment. Knowledge of MasterCam and Pro-E is preferred. Competitive benefits package includes healthcare coverage and retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years programming and operating CNC Equipment required.
• Extensive knowledge of machining ferrous and non-ferrous materials required.
• Strong working knowledge of cutting tools and their specifications.

Responsibilities

• Create and modify CNC programming for production equipment.
• Provide engineering support in a machine shop.
• Assist or train Machine Shop personnel with equipment operation.

Skills

CNC programming

Troubleshooting

MasterCam

Pro-E (Creo)

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree in STEM

Tools

CNC Mills

Wire EDM Machines

Multi-axis CNC Equipment

SAP

Job description

Description

V2X is growing! V2X is looking for a CNC Programmer - Engineering Support - 1st Shift to join our team!

We are seeking candidates at the Indianapolis site. The individual will provide various types of engineering support in a machine shop environment.

Essential Tasks

• Creating and modifying CNC programming for various pieces of production equipment.
• Perform set-ups and prove-out programs on various CNC Mills, Wire EDM Machines and lathes.
• Must be able to read, interpret GD&T, and analyze engineering drawings, computer-aided design (CAD) files, production planning documents, technical documents, and technical manuals.
• Create or review machining process plans for required tasking steps and the associated labor hour content. Make controlled changes to work plans, assignments, or methods necessary to effectively accomplish the task.
• Reviews documents, drawings, preliminary layouts, sketches, and notes to determine processes to fabricate prototype and production assemblies.
• Ability to support manufacturing floor, ensuring timely resolution to technical issues.
• Reviews and develops machining and sheet metal fabrication labor estimates.
• Maintain/modify existing and implement new statistical process controls.
• Provides manufacturing capability reviews and labor estimates.
• Assist or train Machine Shop personal with set-ups and operation of multi- axis CNC Equipment.
• Perform related work as required.

Minimum Educational / Work Experience Requirements

• High school graduate or GED required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in STEM preferred but not required.
• A minimum 6 years’ experience, or combination of training and experience programming, performing set-up’s, operating CNC Equipment, and troubleshooting complex multi-axis fabrication projects on various CNC machines with multiple controller configurations.
• Previous experience generating CNC programs with MasterCam and Pro-E (Creo) or similar CAD/CAM software.
• Two years working with quality systems and processes.
• Must possess extensive knowledge of machining ferrous and non-ferrous materials as well as plastics, fiber, and rubber materials.
• Must have a strong working knowledge of various types of cutting tools and the ability to determine/ calculate correct speeds and feed rates.

Computer Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with a particular emphasis on Excel. Familiarity with SAP or similar Enterprise Resource Planning software is a plus.
• Previous experience generating CNC programs with MasterCam and Pro-E (Creo).
• Previous experience with data repositories.

Communication Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a must.
• Ability to communicate technical concerns within and outside of job function (e.g., Engineering, Mission Assurance, customers, vendor, etc.) regarding policies, practices, and procedures.
• Strong people skills with the ability to handle difficult discussions.

Security Requirements

The candidate must meet the requirements necessary to obtain a U.S. Government Security Clearance.

Physical Requirements

Significant standing, walking, moving, sitting, climbing stairs, carrying, bending, reaching, and handling are part of the daily routine. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

Benefits include the following

• Healthcare coverage
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
• Wellness programs
• Paid time off, including holidays
• Learning and Development resources
• Employee assistance resources
• Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

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