(CONTRACT) CNC Programmer - Wichita

Bombardier; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bombardier in Wichita, KS seeks an experienced CAD/CAM programmer to program CNC equipment for 3 and 5 axis cutting, CNC lathe and router operations, shaping parts from raw materials.

You will convert engineering drawings into G Code using CAD/CAM systems, implement changes, and prepare future jobs while machines run, ensuring revision accuracy and thorough documentation.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of CAD/CAM programming experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings (GDT).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to read drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of machines, tools, and safe working practices.
• Ability to understand and interpret basic written technical information.

Responsibilities

• Program CNC equipment for 3 and 5 axis cutting, CNC Lathe and router operations to form or shape parts from raw materials.
• Use CAD/CAM programming system to convert engineering drawing and change orders into machine G Code format.
• Implement changes to machine programs and enter new specifications; plan future jobs while machines are operating and ensure revision level accuracy.
• Complete all necessary documentation and follow up in a timely, orderly manner.
• Inspect and evaluate production parts to blueprint specifications.
• Design, build and repair basic mechanical equipment, jigs and fixtures.
• Perform preventive maintenance as required on departmental equipment/machinery.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Manufacturing knowledge

GDT

Tools

CAD/CAM software

G Code programming

Job description

What are your contributions to the team?

• Program various CNC (computerized numerical control) manufacturing equipment for tasks such as 3 and 5 axis cutting, CNC Lathe and router programming to form or shape manufactured parts from raw materials.
• Uses CAD/CAM programming system to convert engineering drawing and change orders into machine G Code format.
• Implement changes to machine programs and enter new specifications. Program future jobs while machines are operating and ensure the current revision level is accurate.
• Completes all necessary documentation and follow up as required in a timely, orderly manner.
• Responsible for a variety of tasks involving inspecting, evaluating of production parts to blueprint specification.
• May design, build and repair a broad variety of basic mechanical and/or specialty equipment and jigs and fixtures.
• May perform preventive maintenance responsibilities for assigned departmental equipment/machinery to include corrective maintenance as required.

How to thrive in this role?

• 10 + years of CAD/CAM programming experience in a manufacturing environment. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Requires great attention to detail and the ability to read drawings and specifications (GDT)
• Good written and oral communication.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, basic repair, and maintenance
• Knowledge of safe working practices
• Ability to understand and interpret basic written technical information
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.