Prototype CNC Machinist (Multi-Axis) — MasterCam Expert

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education

Albuquerque (NM)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Flexible work arrangements (9/80, 4/10

DOE Q clearance eligibility

Job summary

Sandia National Laboratories seeks a detail‑oriented GT1 machinist to join our Advanced Metal Processing team. You will fabricate components and prototypes with CNC, EDM, and manual tools, program CNC operations, estimate times, and collaborate with engineers to optimize processes and fixtures.

You will also document work, ensure safety, and mentor apprentices in a high‑security environment. Experience with Haas controllers, MasterCam, and design for manufacturability is essential, as is the

Qualifications

Experience generating multi-axis CNC tool paths for 2–5 axes.
Proficiency with CAD/CAM tools for CNC (SolidWorks, MasterCam).
Contributions in design for manufacturability solutions.
Ability to define machining processes and fixture design.
Ability to interpret GD&T.
Ability to schedule work and maintain a job database.
Excellent communication and teamwork.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance.
MTC representation and dues compliance.

Responsibilities

Fabricate metal, plastic, ceramic, or composite components using CNC, manual, and hand tools.
Program CNC tooling to fabricate components using MasterCam.
Estimate fabrication time for components.
Discuss design for manufacturability with customers.
Document work in a database.
Collaborate on process strategies, tooling, and fixtures.
Work safely and maintain security.
Communicate with staff, technologists, and management.
Mentor apprentice machinists.