Senior CNC Programmer & Machinist

Archer; Huntington Beach (CA); Presencial; USD 123 000 - 154 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Archer, an aerospace company based in San Jose, California, is seeking an experienced CNC machinist to program and operate multi-axis machines in our R&D facility. The role focuses on composites, fixtures, and prototype tooling to support rapid development.

Candidates should have 10+ years CNC experience, 5+ years composites, and proficiency with Mastercam and CAD tools. Base pay ranges from $122,880 to $153,600 annually, with a pay-for-performance culture.

Qualificações

• 10+ years CNC machining and programming experience.
• 5+ years machining composites.
• 5+ years designing and manufacturing fixtures and tooling.
• Manual Mill and Lathe experience.
• Excellent documentation and written communication.
• Basic knowledge of drafting standards (read and interpret drawings).
• Experience with CNC programming software (Mastercam preferred).
• Experience with CAD software (Siemens NX, CATIA preferred).
• Experience using inspection tools (caliper, micrometer, height gauge).
• Forklift experience.

Responsabilidades

• Program and operate multi-axis CNC machines at Archer’s R&D facility.
• Machine composite parts, foam masters and assembly jigs.
• Own CNC portion of shop; organize area, maintain equipment and inventory tools.
• Provide feedback to manufacturing engineering on tooling and fixturing design.
• Drive tooling strategies and fixture development for prototype builds.
• Provide solutions to solve technical manufacturing problems.
• Perform inspections and measurements using basic tools.
• Support engineering activities including prototypes and process validation.
• Train technicians on operating the machines.

Conhecimentos

CNC programming

Composite machining

Fixture design

Manual milling

Documentation

Ferramentas

Mastercam

Siemens NX

CATIA

Calipers

Micrometer

Forklift

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers while producing minimal noise.

Our sights are set high and our problems are hard, and we believe that diversity in the workplace is what makes us smarter, drives better insights, and will ultimately lift us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members.

What You’ll Do:

• Program and operate multi-axis CNC machines at Archer’s R&D facility
• Machine composite parts, foam masters and assembly jigs
• Own CNC portion of shop; organize area, maintain equipment, purchase and inventory tools and consumables needed to keep area operational
• Provide feedback to manufacturing engineering on tooling and fixturing design
• Drive tooling strategies and fixture development for prototype builds, balancing the need for high precision with practical solutions suited to rapidly evolving programs
• Provide solutions or alternative approaches to solve technical manufacturing problems
• Perform inspections and measurements of product dimensions using basic measuring tools, calipers, micrometer, depth gauges, etc.
• Support engineering activities including prototype development, proof of concept studies, and process validation
• Train technicians on basics of operating the machines

What You Need:

• 10+ years CNC machining and programming experience
• 5+ years of experience machining composites
• 5+ years designing and manufacturing fixtures and tooling
• Manual Mill and Lathe experience
• Excellent documentation and written communication
• Basic knowledge of drafting standards (read and interpret construction and mechanical drawings) to produce parts and assemblies
• Experience with CNC programming software (Mastercam preferred)
• Experience with CAD software (Siemens NX, CATIA preferred)
• Experience using inspection tools (caliper, micrometer, height gauge, etc.)
• Forklift experience

Bonus Qualifications:

• Direct experience with aviation builds and assembly
• Passion for aviation and eVTOLs
• Demonstrated exposure to prototype environment with ability to problem solve
• Experience working in composites shop with exposure to composites processing methods
• Experience with DMS and CMS machines and software

Please note that this job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not include an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications.

At Archer we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent that possess the skills and leadership necessary to grow our business. We drive a pay-for-performance culture and reward performance that supports the Company’s business strategy. For this position we are targeting a base pay between $122,880.00 - $153,600.00. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Archer is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities, and those with sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants who may require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should provide their name and contact information to Archer’s People Team at [e-mail]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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Archer is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position at the present time.

Archer is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.