NIAR 5-Axis CNC Machinist

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) at Park City, KS is seeking a CNC Machinist with 5-Axis experience to join our Advanced Material and Prototyping Lab. The role is full-time, onsite at our Park City location, with a 2nd shift schedule Monday–Friday and occasional weekends as needed.

A high school diploma and relevant CNC experience are required. Responsibilities include setting up and operating 5-Axis machines, inspecting parts for accuracy, and training new staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent by hire date.
• Three (3) years of experience as a CNC Machinist; Every 30 hours of related college coursework and/or technical training can be substituted for one (1) year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machines and equipment to create, modify, or repair precision parts.
• Monitor machinery and conduct quality checks to ensure parts meet specifications.
• Troubleshoot issues with equipment, programs, and products; detect malfunctions and maintain machinery.
• Provide training and oversight of new hires and students.

Skills

5-Axis machining

Reading technical drawings

Attention to detail

Time management

Verbal and written communication

Valid Driver’s License

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC machines

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Department: NIAR Advanced Material and Prototyping

Campus Location: Park City, KS

Hire Type: Full Time

Pay: Commensurate with experience

Work Schedule: 2nd Shift Monday – Friday; occasionalweekends may be required as needed. Work is performed onsite andin-person.

Export Compliance Requirement: This position requires accessto EAR or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required tobe eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and mustmeet the requirement of being a “U.S. Citizen”.

Job Information

The National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) is a fast-growing area within WSU, known globally for our expertise inthe most critical areas of aerospace research and development. TheAdvanced Machining and Prototyping Lab is looking for CNC Machinistwith 5-Axis experience to join our team. This position is locatedat our Park City, KS location.

Job Summary

Responsibilities include set up and operation of various tools andequipment to create, modify, or repair precision parts. Monitorsthe machinery and conducts regular quality checks to ensure theyare running properly and that the parts are being producedaccording to specifications.

Essential Functions

Machines and fabricates components by preparing and operatingmachines; works from complex drawings, prototype sketches,electronic files and/or verbal instructions. Responsible forproduction of high precision parts and performs complex setupsrequired to produce parts Troubleshoots issues with equipment, newprograms, and/or products; detects equipment malfunctions andmaintains machinery to ensure functionality Provides training andoversight of new hires and students

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent by hire date
• Three (3) years of experience as a CNC Machinist; Every 30hours of related college coursework and/or technical training canbe substituted for one (1) year of experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience with 5-Axis machining
• Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrates and maintains value-added time management skills
• Demonstrate good work ethics and lead by example.
• Attention to detail
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to read and follow technical drawings and diagrammedinstructions
• Ability to use precision tools to take accurate measurements
• Attention to detail and self-motivated
• Valid Driver’s License is required

Physical Requirements

Ability to position self for inspection, construction ormaintenance of equipment and/or buildings including confined,elevated and loud noise spaces. Ability to inspect work, materials,equipment, and/or supplies and identify any errors, needs, and/ordetermining factors. Ability to communicate with others andaccurately exchange information. Ability to move, transport, and/ordeliver items, supplies, or equipment. Ability to use tools,equipment, and technology necessary to do the job. This includesdexterity in instrument manipulation. Ability to remain in astationary position. Ability to ascend and descend ladders and/orstairs.