CNC Programmer - Tool / Manufacturing Engineer

General Dynamics Land Systems; Archbald, Christiansted (Lackawanna County, United States Virgin Islands); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Land Systems is seeking a CNC Programmer in Archbald, PA. This role involves creating and improving production processes for military vehicles. Candidates should have extensive experience in CNC programming and strong organizational skills. The position requires technical proficiency in CAD and CAM software, emphasizing continuous improvement in manufacturing procedures.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years experience in CNC machining with metals.
• Proficiency in 3D modeling software, Creo preferred.
• Computer skills in email, Excel, PowerPoint, Word.

Responsibilities

• Navigate DNC software and create programs for CNC machines.
• Write CNC machine tool programs in a CAM system.
• Establish manufacturing processes and implement improvements.

Skills

CNC programming

Problem solving

Time management

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree in Engineering

Tools

PTC Creo

Gibbs CAM

Oracle

Job description

General Dynamics Land Systems is a global leader in the design, development, production, support and sustainment of tracked and wheeled military equipment, specifically the Abrams Main Battle Tank and the Stryker Family of Wheeled Combat Vehicles.

In this position you will be responsible for supporting all production processes and creating new production processes. There will be opportunity for maintaining and or improving established processes as well as working on Prototype work prior to production. Working to a set budget is critical. Must have extensive experience in CNC programming, modeling and CREO a plus.

Responsibilities:

Access / Navigate DNC software to create programs and load into CNC machines
Access / Navigate Oracle to find tooling and components.
Access / Navigate computer system to find part & assembly drawings
Create a basic Microsoft Excel Spreadsheet with Basic Formulas
Create a basic Microsoft Power Point presentation
Communicate progress and obstacles via E-Mail
The ability to write work instructions
Develop, and establish manufacturing process, primarily machining
Design work holding devices in 3D CAD
Create 2D drawings from 3D models
Select Tooling, Feeds, & Speeds for machining Aluminum, Armor, etc
Write CNC Machine Tool Programs in a CAM system 2, 3, 4, 5, & 7 Axis machines
Establish Assembly processes and procedures
Implement continuous improvement Ideas
Other duties as required

Systems used at GDLS Scranton include but not limited to:

PTC Creo 5 for 3D Modeling and 2D Drawings
Predator for DNC Storage and Communication
Oracle for Business Software
Gibbs CAM for CNC Programming
HMS CAPP for Work Instructions
Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Word, & Outlook for documentation and communication

Position Requirements
High School Diploma minimum. Associate degree in Engineering preferred
5-7 years experience in CNC machining 3-5 years experience in CNC programing working with metals.
Computer skills, email, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, 3D CAD (Creo a plus), CAM (GibbsCam a plus)
Experience with 3D modeling software; experience with Pro-E (Creo) is a plus (Preferred)
Personal time management and organizational skills
Able to perform problem solving and root cause analysis
Good communication skills, oral, written, & visual
Must be a US Person