Machinist Technician

Honda Aircraft Company; North Carolina; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Honda Aircraft Company is seeking a Machining Technician to produce precision aircraft parts by developing efficient manufacturing processes, creating NC programs, and fabricating fixtures. You will set up and operate 3-, 5-axis machines and waterjet tables, while ensuring parts meet engineering and quality requirements.

Role emphasizes collaboration with Production, Engineering, and Quality to resolve issues, implement improvements, and maintain safety and organization in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Five or more years of experience in an equivalent machining position.
• Aerospace machining experience preferred.
• Experience with manual and CNC multi-axis lathes and 3- to 5-axis mills.

Responsibilities

• Develop manufacturing process flows and create NC programs for multiple machines.
• Set up tooling, fixtures, and equipment and operate mills, lathes, saws, waterjets, and related equipment.
• Design and fabricate workholding fixtures; select cutting tools; and optimize programs, speeds, and feeds.
• Inspect completed parts using precision metrology equipment and prepare inspection results for Quality review.

Skills

Machining experience

CNC knowledge

Reading blueprints

Education

High school diploma or GED

Journeyman / apprenticeship / training

Tools

Hurco

DMG Mori

GibbsCAM

CATIA

Job description

The Machining Technician produces precision aircraft parts by developing efficient manufacturing process flows, creating and optimizing NC programs, designing and fabricating workholding fixtures, selecting tooling, setting up and operating machining equipment, and verifying completed parts comply with engineering and quality requirements.

Key Accountabilities:

• Develop manufacturing process flows and create NC programs for multi-axis turning centers, 3- and 5-axis CNC machining centers, waterjet tables, and supporting equipment.
• Set up tooling, fixtures, and equipment and operate mills, lathes, saws, waterjets, and related equipment to produce precision machined parts.
• Design and fabricate workholding fixtures; select cutting tools; and optimize programs, speeds, and feeds for quality and productivity.
• Inspect completed parts using precision metrology equipment and prepare inspection results for Quality review and acceptance.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Quality to resolve technical issues and implement continuous improvements.
• Perform required preventive maintenance, maintain a safe and organized work area, and sustain job knowledge through training and cross-training.

Qualifications, Experience, & Skills:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required. Formal journeyman, apprenticeship, technical training, or machining school preferred.
• Five or more years of experience in an equivalent machining position. Aerospace machining experience preferred.
• Experience with manual and CNC multi-axis lathes and 3- to 5-axis mills, including Hurco and DMG Mori equipment.
• CAD/CAM experience; GibbsCAM preferred. Model-based machining and CATIA experience are beneficial.
• Proficiency in fixture and tool design for low-volume prototype parts and production applications.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, models, specifications, and technical instructions.
• Experience with precision metrology equipment and inspection documentation.
• Experience with FDM 3D printers, Insight, GrabCAD Print, and OMAX waterjet equipment/software is a plus.
• Knowledge of FAA certification requirements
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining safety, quality, and organization.

Working Conditions:

• Routinely works around operational equipment, noise, temperature variation, dust, and aircraft equipment, parts, or fuel odors.
• May be required to stand, sit, squat, walk, bend, climb, move, reach, or stretch for prolonged periods as required by assigned duties.
• Must work safely and professionally while following applicable FAA, OSHA, DOT, EPA, state, federal, and company requirements.
• Must comprehend and follow management direction and safety instructions and communicate effectively in Business English.
• Must be able to push, pull, carry, lift, or move items up to 10 lbs. without assistance and move items weighing 50 lbs. or more using company-provided assistive equipment.
• Personal protective equipment is required as applicable. Overtime or alternate shifts may be required based on production needs.