CNC Programmer/Machinist III

Knight Aerospace Medical Systems LLC; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Knight Aerospace is seeking a skilled Machinist III in San Antonio, TX. The role focuses on creating CNC programs from engineering data using Mastercam 2025 and setting upHAAS CNC machines and manual equipment to manufacture aerospace components.

The ideal candidate will ensure precision and quality while maintaining documentation and adhering to safety standards. Candidates should have strong math skills, blue­print reading ability, and GD&T expertise, with 4–10+ years of machining experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; trade school or apprenticeship preferred.
• Minimum ten years machining experience, or at least four years machining aerospace components.

Responsibilities

• Create CNC programs from engineering data using Mastercam 2025.
• Secure raw materials, install cutting tools, and set offsets, feeds and speeds.
• Set up and operate HAAS CNC machines and manual mills/lathes.
• Inspect parts for accuracy using micrometers and calipers.
• Write and optimize G-code or use CAD/CAM for complex geometries.
• Maintain documentation and follow safety procedures.
• Train others on tools and processes.

Skills

CNC programming

Mastercam 2025

GD&T

Blueprint reading

Mathematics

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma/GED

Trade school / vocational program

Tools

HAAS CNC machines

Manual milling machines

Measuring equipment

Job description

Description

The Machinist III is responsible for following instructions given by the Production Manager to execute all component manufacture successfully. The goal is to efficiently design and manufacture components and systems that are safe, innovative, and of high quality. The Machinist III will represent the Company and its values and will ensure that the expectations of the Company’s customers are exceeded by performing the following:

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Create CNC programs from engineering data using Mastercam 2025 software.
2. Secure raw materials, install cutting tools, and set proper offsets, feeds and speeds.
3. Set-up, load and operate HAAS CNC machines such vertical mills and routers
4. Set-up, load and operate manual machines such as vertical and horizontal mills, lathes and surface grinder.
5. Guarantee part accuracy within 0.0001 to 0.001 inches, accounting for tool deflection material thermal expansion.
6. Inspect finished products utilizing precision measuring tools such as micrometers and calipers.
7. Can understand and locate revision levels on drawings, specifications, and materials.
8. Able to identify different materials and their properties relative to machining and processing.
9. Preform routine preventive maintenance and keep the work area safe and clean
10. Maintain documentation such as work orders and parts tags.
11. Write and optimize machine- readable code (G code, M code) or utilize CAD/CAM programs to define complex geometries.

General Expectations

1. Written and verbal communication skills.
2. Strong Analytical, mathematical and computer skills.
3. Problem solving and troubleshooting skills
4. Experience with HAAS CNC machines.
5. Attention to detail and accuracy.
6. Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical engineering drawings, including GD&T symbols.
7. Individual contributor that is generally self-sufficient and requires little to no supervisor input to complete tasks assigned.
8. Trains other technicians on correct use of tools and processes.
9. Possesses a toolbox with basic tools per the list provided by Knight Aerospace.
10. Understand and comply with safety policies, ensures self and others in the area are wearing the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Qualifications

1. High school diploma/GED; completion of a trade school, vocational program, or formal apprenticeship preferred.
2. Minimum ten years of related machining experience, or
3. Minimum four years of experience in machining aerospace components.
4. High proficiency in math (Algebra, geometry, trigonometry), blueprint reading and GD&T

Work Environment Requirements

1. Full-Time Position.
2. Warehouse and manufacturing environment.