CNC Programmer/Machinist

Sanmina; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SCI Technology, Inc. is seeking a CNC Programmer/Machinist to develop programs for prototype builds in the Aerospace and Defense market. You will generate machine setup and tooling instructions for low-volume fabrication and assist machinists in producing prototype hardware.

The role requires programming and operating 5-axis milling machines, lathes, mill turns, and water jets, with experience machining aluminum, steel, and plastics. Strong GD&T and drawing interpretation are essential.

Qualifications

• Programming CNC machines using CAM software required
• Minimum 5 years experience
• Must have full understanding of engineering drawings and GD&T
• Associate degree desirable
• Certificate in machining desired
• MasterCAM experience desired
• Experience with Haas milling and turning equipment desired
• SolidWorks design experience desired
• Ability to understand the manufacturing process and suggest improvements
• Strong time management and ability to coordinate multiple projects

Responsibilities

• Import CAD files into CAM and generate toolpaths for CNC milling and turning
• Program, setup, and operate 5-axis milling machines
• Program, setup, and operate CNC lathe and mill turn
• Program, setup, and operate CNC water jet equipment
• Prepare stock material for further machining operations
• Adjust machining parameters like speed, feed, torque, and coolant
• Perform in-process inspection
• Create setup and tooling documentation for machinist staff
• Work to deadlines
• Oversee maintenance of machining equipment

Skills

CNC programming

CAM software

GD&T

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree desirable

Certificate in machining desirable

Tools

MasterCAM

SolidWorks

Haas equipment

Job description

CNC Programmer/Machinist

SCI Technology, Inc. is seeking qualified candidates for a CNC Programmer/Machinist for our Advanced Technology team. The successful candidate will create CNC programs for prototype/initial builds of new, innovative designs in the Aerospace and Defense market, generate the necessary machine setup and tooling instructions, and fabricate low volume quantities or assist machinist/operators in the fabrication of low volume quantities of prototype hardware.

This position requires the technical skills necessary to program and operate CNC 5-axis milling machines, CNC lathes and mill turns, and CNC water jets as well as other fabrication equipment. Qualified candidates should be familiar with the milling and turning of aluminum, steel, and various plastics.

Nature of Duties

• Importing solid model CAD files into CAM software and generating machine code to machine parts in CNC milling machines and CNC lathes
• Programming, material preparation, setup, and operation of CNC milling machines with a 5-axis trunnion
• Programming, material preparation, setup, and operation of CNC lathe and mill turn
• Programming, material preparation, setup, and operation of CNC water jet equipment
• Prepare stock material for further machining operations
• Regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, torque, and coolant flow
• Perform in-process inspection
• Create necessary setup and tooling documentation to direct the work of machinist/operator staff
• Work to deadlines
• Perform or direct other staff for periodic maintenance of machining equipment

Education & Experience

• Programming CNC machines experience using CAM software required
• 5 years minimum experience
• Must have full understanding of engineering drawings and GD&T
• Associate degree desirable
• Certificate in machining desired
• MasterCAM experience desired
• Experience with Haas milling and turning equipment desired
• SolidWorks design experience desired
• Ability to understand the manufacturing process and make suggestions for improvement
• Demonstrate strong time management skills with the ability to effectively coordinate multiple projects
• Possess the ability to work both independently with minimal supervision and the ability to work in a team environment

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

This is an ITAR facility and applicants must be a US Citizen.