MasterCAM CNC Machinist & Programmer

University of Texas; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement plan TRS

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin’s McDonald Observatory seeks a CNC Machinist & Programmer to fabricate precision parts by programming, setting up, and operating CNC mills, lathes, and wire EDM. MasterCAM proficiency is required, with experience in 3D surfacing and fixture design.

The role involves supporting astronomical instrument development on the UT campus in Austin, with a collaborative, safety-focused shop environment and opportunities to showcase mastery in CAM programming and

Qualifications

• High school graduation or GED, supplemented by or including vocational machine shop and other technical courses such as mathematics, physics, and blueprint reading.
• Professional level of MasterCAM software to program CNC machines, ability to set up and operate CNC machines, and using PC computers to run programs and save files.
• Four years skilled construction and maintenance of equipment, or as an instrument maker or machinist beyond the apprentice level. Advanced knowledge of choosing and loading the correct cutting tools, tool paths and adjusting machine settings to the desired product specification.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate high-quality, high-precision parts efficiently and on time using CAM programming and by setting up and operating CNC milling machines, lathes, and wire EDM.
• Use personal judgment and initiative to match the machining process, layout, and setup to the job, including designing and building fixtures and jigs when necessary.
• Use manual milling machines, lathes, and similar equipment to fabricate parts.
• Assist researchers and design personnel in planning instrument design and construction, drawing on practical knowledge from shop experience.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Independent work

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED with vocational shop courses

Tools

MasterCAM

Inventor

SolidWorks

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin’s McDonald Observatory seeks a CNC Machinist & Programmer to fabricate precision parts by programming, setting up, and operating CNC mills, lathes, and wire EDM. MasterCAM proficiency is required, with experience in 3D surfacing and fixture design.

The role involves supporting astronomical instrument development on the UT campus in Austin, with a collaborative, safety-focused shop environment and opportunities to showcase mastery in CAM programming and