NIAR CNC Machinist I - Composites

WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY's National Institute for Aviation Research is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to join our team in Wichita, KS. This full-time position involves setting up and operating various tools to produce precision parts and conducting quality checks to ensure specifications are met.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma and at least one year of CNC machining experience. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to follow complex instructions are essential. A valid Driver’s License is also required.

Qualifications

• One year of experience as a CNC machinist or equivalent coursework.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate tools and equipment for precision parts.
• Monitor machinery and conduct quality checks.
• Troubleshoot issues with equipment and programs.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Time management skills

Attention to detail

Ability to follow technical drawings

Use of precision tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Department: NIAR Composites

Campus Location: Wichita, KS - Main Campus

Hire Type: Full Time

Work Schedule: Typically, Monday - Friday, 4:00 pm - 12:00 am.

Pay: Commensurate with experience

Export Compliance Requirement: This position requires access to EAR or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required to be eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and must meet the requirement of being a "U.S. Person".

Job Details

The National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) is a fast‑growing area within WSU, known globally for its expertise in the most critical areas of aerospace research and development. Composites is looking for a CNC Machinist to join our team.

Job Summary

Responsibilities include set up and operation of various tools and equipment to create, modify, or repair precision parts. Monitors the machinery and conducts regular quality checks to ensure they are running properly and that the parts are being produced according to specifications.

Essential Functions

Machines and fabricates components by preparing and operating machine. Works from complex drawings, prototype sketches, electronic files and/or verbal instructions. Responsible for production of high precision parts and performs the machine setups required to produce parts. Loads parts in machine, cycles machine, and detects malfunctions in machine operations such as worn or damaged cutting tools. May troubleshoot issues with equipment, new programs, and/or products.

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent by hire date
• One (1) year 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.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrates and maintains value‑added time management skills
• Demonstrates good work ethics and leads by example
• Attention to detail
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to read and follow technical drawings and diagrammed instructions
• Ability to use precision tools to take accurate measurements
• Valid Driver’s License is required

Physical Requirements

Ability to position self for inspection, construction or maintenance of equipment and/or buildings including confined, elevated and loud noise spaces. Ability to inspect and/or surveil materials, equipment, reports, and/or incidents and identify any errors, needs and/or determining factors. Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information. Ability to move, transport, and/or deliver items, supplies, or equipment. Ability to use tools, equipment, and technology necessary to do the job. This includes dexterity in instrument manipulation. Ability to ascend and descend ladders and/or stairs. Ability to remain in a stationary position.