Senior CNC Automation & CAM Engineer

Blue Origin LLC

Huntsville (AL)

On-site

USD 198,000 - 277,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

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Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Blue Origin seeks a seasoned CNC Machining Automation Engineer to join the Advanced Manufacturing Group. You will develop and deploy automation software, CNC postprocessors, and CAM integrations to improve safety, quality, and efficiency in manufacturing rockets and systems.

Collaboration with machinists, engineers, and software staff is essential. You will apply CNC programming, CAD/CAM/PLM expertise, and macro programming skills to scale automation, support equipment and software selection,

Qualifications

7+ years in a CNC machining manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated success with CAM systems and CNC programming.
Demonstrated success in software development and/or CNC postprocessor development and/or CAM software development and customization.
Extensive experience with CNC controls such as Sinumerik, Heidenhain, Fanuc, or Okuma.
Extensive understanding of G-code with macro programming for probing.
Ability to interpret engineering models, drawings, specifications, and test procedures.
Proficiency writing code in Python and Typescript.
Strong teamwork and communication in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Develop, deploy, customize, and support software solutions to drive efficiency and automation in CNC programming and machining fabrication.
Drive adoption and implementation of efficiency-increasing tools, including AI/ML, in-process probing, adaptive machining, closed-loop feedback processes, and cutting tool data management systems.
Develop and deploy CNC postprocessors and machine code simulation.
Develop and/or support integrations and add-ons for CAD/CAM/PLM systems.
Identify and evaluate advanced manufacturing technologies and automation solutions.
Provide hands-on support to machinists, CNC programmers, and engineers deploying new processes.
Collaborate across disciplines to scale machining automation and lifecycle support.