Machine Shop Programmer - 1585

West Star Aviation Inc.

Grandview (TX)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 85,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) match

Weekly pay

Job summary

West Star Aviation in Grandview, TX seeks a Machine Shop Programmer to support manufacturing, quality, inspection, and quoting. You will create CAD models in CATIA and Autodesk Inventor, produce detailed drawings, and help convert legacy files to CATIA for Gulfstream projects.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in aircraft maintenance, strong blueprint reading skills, and the ability to work in a team under deadlines. Competitive benefits and on-site work available.

Qualifications

Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
3–5 years’ experience in aircraft or component maintenance.
Proficient in interpreting technical drawings and specs.

Responsibilities

Support the Machine Shop and New Manufacturing operations.
Create and maintain CATIA and Autodesk Inventor 3D models and drawings.
Produce manufacturing drawings with dimensioning and tolerancing per ANSI/ASME standards.
Convert legacy Inventor drawings to CATIA to support Gulfstream requirements.
Reverse engineer customer parts and generate accurate CAD models and drawings.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Team orientation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CATIA

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

Machine Shop Programmer - 1585

Full Time

On-Site

Grandview, TX 76050, USA

Posted 7 days ago

DAS Aviation is a premier supplier of aircraft parts and repair assets, dedicated to delivering value, reliability, and innovative solutions to the global business aviation community.

When you join our team, we don’t think you should have to wait for your benefits to kick in. That’s why when you start, they start with you! This includes medical, dental, 401K match, time off accruals, weekly pay days and much more. We don’t want you to live to work, we want you to work and live.

What you can expect as a Machine Shop Programmer at DAS Aviation

In this role, you will be instrumental in providing the engineering data required to support manufacturing, quality, inspection, and quoting activities for the Machine Shop and New Manufacturing Departments.

You Will Be ESSENTIAL To Many FUNCTIONS Including

Support the Machine Shop and New Manufacturing operations.
Creates and maintains CATIA and Autodesk Inventor 3D models and manufacturing drawings.
Produces manufacturing drawings with dimensioning and tolerancing in accordance with ANSI Y14.5M and ASME Y14.5.
Supports Gulfstream's CATIA manufacturing requirements by converting legacy Autodesk Inventor drawings to CATIA. Approximately 10–15 of nearly 1,000 drawings have been converted to date.
Reverse engineers customer-supplied sample parts by manually measuring features and creating accurate 3D CAD models and manufacturing drawings for Machine Shop and New Manufacturing operations.
Provides technical support during the quoting process by evaluating customer requirements to determine manufacturability, required manufacturing processes, tooling requirements, and overall manufacturing capability.
Generates CAD models required for CMM programming and inspection.
Supports engineering changes, drawing revisions, and configuration control.
Designs tooling, fixtures, and work holding required to support manufacturing operations.
Develops standardized manufacturing documentation, including technical work instructions and Corridor travelers.
Any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

Your Education

What you’ll need to bring with you

A High school diploma or equivalent.

A valid driver’s license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal, but not mandatory.

Your Experience

3-5 years’ experience in aircraft or component maintenance.

Proven ability to read and interpret blueprints.

Your Initiative

We’re looking for team players who are self‑motivated and able to perform in a fast‑paced environment where working under specific deadlines and time constraints will be common. This person will need to have strong attention to detail, be well organized and able to prioritize workload efficiently.

Your Sense Of Responsibility

Attend work every day as scheduled.

Notify supervisor in advance of shift starting if unable to work.

Must have reliable transportation to get to work each day.

Work in a team environment.

Self-starter.

Required to follow all processes and procedures in a timely manner.

Physical Requirements

Lift and carry up to 10 pounds.

Ability to stand for long periods of time.

Walk moderate distances as required.

Basic personal computer operations.

Mental Requirements

Work with others in a professional manner.

Understanding and implementation of regulations and guidelines.

Prioritize workload and work under pressure.

Company Description

With over 78 years of industry experience, West Star Aviation stands as a leading independent Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) provider. Employing over 3,000 professionals, we offer comprehensive services from our strategically located full-service facilities in East Alton, IL; Grand Junction, CO; Chattanooga, TN; Millville, NJ; Perryville, Missouri; and Statesville, NC as well as satellite locations in Denver, Houston, Minneapolis and Chicago. Our extensive capabilities encompass maintenance, paint, interior, and avionics services, supported by the largest Aircraft On Ground (AOG) network in the country, ensuring prompt and reliable mobile repair services nationwide.

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