Senior CNC Technician: Precision Prototyping & Production

BWXT; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 50,971 - 78,523; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Inclusive culture

Job summary

BWXT in Oak Ridge, TN seeks a Manufacturing CNC Technician to support machining, fabrication, assembly, testing and advanced manufacturing development. You will program CNC machines, assist with models/drawings, and help qualify new processes while maintaining quality across all manufacture activities.

The role requires strong CNC programming, extensive manual machining experience, and the ability to travel domestically and internationally. U.S.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Extensive background in computer‑aided machining and CNC programming.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands‑on shop experience.
• Advanced manual machining skills.
• Knowledge of CNC systems (DMG Mori, Okuma, Haas, etc.).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.
• U.S. citizen required.
• DOE or DOD security clearance eligibility; active clearance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Program CNC machines using SolidWorks‑to‑Mastercam workflows to fabricate high‑precision parts.
• Support design model creation and manufacturing drawing alignment with CNC capabilities.
• Assist with fabrication, assembly, testing, and inspection of mechanical components and systems.
• Support development and qualification of advanced manufacturing technologies and new processes.
• Assist in the assembly and qualification of prototype and production equipment.
• Support equipment installation and prepare qualification reports.
• Maintain inventory of materials, components, and tooling.
• Support procurement and control of tooling and mechanical components.
• Perform preventive maintenance on CNC and shop equipment.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, machinery, and automated systems.
• Operate forklift trucks, lifts, and various shop equipment safely.
• Perform in‑process and final inspections with Quality Control.
• Maintain a clean and organized shop and laboratory environment.
• Perform additional engineering and manufacturing support tasks as needed.

Skills

CNC programming

Mechanical aptitude

Manual machining

SolidWorks-to-Mastercam workflows

Quality-minded

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

DMG Mori

Okuma

Haas

Job description

BWXT in Oak Ridge, TN seeks a Manufacturing CNC Technician to support machining, fabrication, assembly, testing and advanced manufacturing development. You will program CNC machines, assist with models/drawings, and help qualify new processes while maintaining quality across all manufacture activities.

The role requires strong CNC programming, extensive manual machining experience, and the ability to travel domestically and internationally. U.S.