Machine Maintenance Technician (CNC) - Level 4/5

United States Digital Space LLC; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

3 weeks paid vacation

Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC is seeking a Machine Maintenance Technician (CNC) Level 4/5 in Hawthorne, CA to maintain, repair and optimize CNC equipment across 5-axis and multi-axis machines. You will troubleshoot hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical and control systems in a high-demand production environment.

Required: high school diploma or GED and 7+ years of repair experience; experience with Siemens 840D, Okuma, Fanuc, Heidenheimer or Allen Bradley controls; ability to read schematics;

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 7+ years experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical repair or maintenance.
• Experience with CNC control systems: Siemens 840D, Okuma, Fanuc, Heidenheimer, and Allen Bradley.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair all assets to ensure their proper operating condition.
• Provide preventative and correct maintenance on CNCs: 5-axis milling, mill-turn applications, horizontal and vertical lathes.
• Troubleshoot and repair control and electrical system failures involving PLCs, HMIs, servomotors, servo amplifiers, I/O, and sensors.
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic & pneumatic systems, including actuators, valves, pumps, and filters.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems, including ball screws, rails, guideways, and gearboxes.
• Drive forklifts and company vehicles.
• Perform other related duties to ensure an efficient work environment.

Skills

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Mechanical repair

Electrical repair

Industrial maintenance

Education

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

Associates degree in technical discipline

Tools

Siemens 840D

Okuma

Fanuc

Heidenheimer

Allen Bradley

Job description

the company was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today the company is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.

MACHINE MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN (CNC) - LEVEL 4/5

The CNC Machine Maintenance team provides mechanical, electrical, and controls support to the company production, R&D machining and fabrication teams. We support a wide range of machine configurations and OEMs, including 5-axis gantries, multi-axis mill-turn machines, large vertical lathes, horizontal boring mills, spin-forming lathes, waterjets, and press brakes. CNC Machine Maintenance Technicians repair, maintain, and modify this equipment. The role requires collaboration and critical thinking to troubleshoot unique machine issues and resolve them quickly in a high-demand environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain and repair all assets to ensure their proper operating condition

• Provide preventative and correct maintenance on various complex CNCs: 5-axis milling, mill turn applications, horizontal and vertical lathes

• Troubleshoot and repair control and electrical system failures involving PLCs, HMIs, servomotors, servo amplifiers, input/output, and field sensors

• Troubleshoot and repair various machine tool hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including actuators, valves, pumps, and filters

• Troubleshoot and repair machine tool mechanical systems, including ball screws, linear rails, guideways, and gearboxes

• Drive forklifts and company vehicles

• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate

• 7+ years experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical repair or maintenance

• Experience with one or more of the following CNC control systems: Siemens 840D, Okuma, Fanuc, Heidenheimer, and Allen Bradley

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Associates degree in a technical discipline

• Experience installing, aligning and commissioning 5 axis machines in aerospace environment

• Experience adjusting CNC geometry components including – straightness, squareness, linear accuracy, servo tuning, tool center point control

• Experience using Renishaw calibration systems including XL-80 Laser Interferometer and Ballbar

• Experience in the application & operation of precision machine tools in aerospace manufacturing environment

• Experience operating a forklift and other related inventory equipment

• Ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and drawings

• Ability to write detailed repair reports (advanced MS Office skills)

• Ability to use power tools and hand tools as well as heavy equipment

• Ability to maintain a safe and clean working environment while adhering to company policies, quality policies, and industry standards

• Detail oriented, organized, and able to demonstrate a high sense of urgency

• Analytical thinker that gets to the root of problems and comes up with permanent solutions to remedy issues

• Self-motivated and able to work well with others

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work one of the following shifts:

• 1st shift: Monday to Friday: 5:30AM – 3:30PM

• 2nd shift: Monday to Friday: 1:30PM – 12:00AM

• Available to work all required shift hours and be available to work overtime, and weekends, as needed

• Willingness to obtain a forklift certification and operate them when needed

• Physical effort with some handling of lightweight supplies or materials (up to 25 lbs. unassisted)

• Standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying may be required to perform the functions of this position

• Ability to work at heights and confined spaces

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Pay range: Machine Maintenance Technician/Level 4: $45.00 - $53.00/hour Machine Maintenance Technician/Level 5: $51.00 - $61.00/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at the company.

• long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards

• potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage

• 401(k) retirement plan

• short and long-term disability insurance

• life insurance

• paid parental leave

• various other discounts and perks

• 3 weeks of paid vacation

• 10 or more paid holidays per year

ITAR REQUIREMENTS

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

the company is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with the company is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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