NPI Machinist (Part-Time Weekend) Aerospace and Defense Industry

C/A Design Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative team as an NPI Machinist in the aerospace and defense industry. This part-time weekend role offers the opportunity to set up and operate CNC machines, working closely with engineers and quality inspectors to develop and verify new products. With a focus on safety and quality, you will play a key role in the production process, utilizing advanced inspection systems and ensuring that all products meet high standards. If you have a strong background in CNC machining and a passion for problem-solving, this position is a perfect fit for you. Embrace the challenge and be part of a company that values innovation and excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years CNC setup experience and 5 years in manufacturing.
• Mandatory 4th axis machining and prototyping experience required.

Responsibilities

• Set up CNC machines for new product development and inspect first article parts.
• Solve technical machining problems and ensure quality of parts.

Skills

CNC setup experience

Problem-solving skills

Ability to read GD&T blueprints

Training and performance assessment

Tools

HAAS controls

Micrometers

Calipers

Height gauges

Dial indicators

Keyence vision system

Job description

NPI Machinist (Part-Time Weekend) Aerospace and Defense Industry

Job Category: Production & Skilled Trades

Requisition Number: NPIMA011252

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• Posted: February 6, 2025
• Part-Time

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Our Company: C/A Design is part of the Heico Companies, and in the aggregate, Heico’s businesses generate more than $3.2 billion in revenues. C/A Design is a global leader in innovative thermal management solutions for a diverse range of markets.

Summary:

The NPI Machinist will set up computerized numerically controlled machine tools and related equipment for machining operations for new product development. This position works with first article products and pilot lots for process verification. This position requires excellent problem-solving skills and contributions to quality improvements. The position requires ability to effectively train employees from different departments and provide performance assessment feedback to the supervisor.

Description:

• Schedule: Saturday & Sunday
• Strives toward a culture of proactive safety
• Works from drawings, 3D CAD models, and programs developed by CNC Programmers
• Set up and inspect first article parts.
• Use basic measurement tools to measure parts to customer drawings and 3D CAD models.
• Learn and utilize advanced inspection systems such as Keyence vision system.
• Solve technical machining problems to yield conforming products.
• Work with CNC Programmers to develop sustainable machining programs.
• Work with QC inspectors to troubleshoot nonconforming conditions.
• Establish effective setup procedures, generate work instructions for future production runs.
• Change cutting tools and location of work pieces during machining process.
• Install cutting tools and various work holding devices to handle the size of stock to be machined.
• Makes necessary adjustments to set-ups during course of operations to maintain accurate production.
• Detects and reports improper operation, faulty equipment, and unusual conditions.
• Utilize manual machines to manufacture parts to drawing and CAD model.
• Ensure quality of parts before forwarding them to next operation/process.
• Responsible for cleanliness of his/her own work area and the general housekeeping of the company.
• Reports any unsafe conditions to Supervisor/Management/Maintenance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years CNC setup experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Mandatory 4th axis machining experience.
• Prototyping and first piece development with programs experience
• Familiarity with HAAS controls preferred
• Ability to use micrometers, calipers, height gauges and dial indicators.
• Ability to read and interpret GD&T blueprints

Physical Demands:

Continuous mental and visual attention is required. Requires constant alertness or activity. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand and occasionally required to walk, sit, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the essential functions of this position, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is exposed to airborne particles and chemicals. The noise level is usually very loud. The employee is required to wear safety glasses, hearing protection and safety shoes.