Programmer/CNC Machinist

Aerolab; Jessup (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick time

Health insurance

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Jessup, Maryland is seeking a skilled Programmer/CNC Machinist to program and operate HAAS CNC mills. You will perform high-quality machining tasks independently, contribute to process improvements, and collaborate with engineering. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience and strong communication skills. Benefits include vacation, sick time, and health insurance.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of machining experience.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work well in a team environment.
• Strong mechanical and mathematical skills.
• Experience with CNC programming and editing.

Responsibilities

• Program and operate HAAS CNC mills.
• Set up and run mills, including CNC lathes and manual mills.
• Edit CNC programs and initiate cost-reduction processes.
• Perform high-quality work consistently within acceptable time.
• Provide input to engineering on machine blueprints.
• Ensure high-quality output with timely completion.

Skills

Programming and operating HAAS CNC mills

Blueprint reading

Machinist responsibilities

Cost-reduction initiatives

Communication with engineering

Team communication

Tools

CNC lathes

Manual mills

Job description

Programmer/CNC Machinist – Aerolab

Job Description

AEROLAB is a recognized leader in the design and manufacturing of custom wind tunnels, nationally and internationally. It provides custom wind tunnel design solutions for academia, private industry and the military. AEROLAB’s 30,000‑square‑foot facility includes designing, machining, welding, painting, and electronics shops exclusively dedicated to the development and construction of a wide variety of wind tunnels and aerodynamic research instruments. AEROLAB continues to marry the seamless integration of aerospace research with cutting‑edge practices. To accomplish this, it employs highly skilled engineers, machinists, fabricators and technical consultants, all of whom share a commitment to quality and a passion for wind tunnels. AEROLAB products can be found in many of the most prestigious engineering institutions around the world, and our list of clients includes many major domestic and international institutions.

Requirements

• Program and operate HAAS CNC mills.
• Capable of all machinist responsibilities with little or no supervision.
• Set up and run mills, including both CNC lathes and manual mills.
• Operate CNC equipment and edit CNC programs.
• Program CNC machines.
• Initiate and drive cost‑reduction and fabrication process recommendations.
• Perform high‑quality work consistently within an acceptable amount of time.
• Possess strong knowledge of proper tooling application.
• Read and understand blueprints.
• Distribute hand layout and drilling.
• Communicate with Engineering and offer suggestions regarding machine blueprint changes.
• Seek self‑improvement through continued education and training.
• Other tasks as requested by supervisor.

Additional Requirements

• At least 5 years of machining experience.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to multi‑task and work well in a team environment.
• Strong mechanical and mathematical skills.

Compensation

• Pay commensurate with experience and capabilities.
• Hours: day shift, overtime sometimes available.
• Benefits: vacation and sick time, health insurance.