Senior Sustainment Technician

Davis Center for Portfolio Management - University of Dayton; Warner Robins (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sustainment Technician to join their team. This role is pivotal in supporting advanced manufacturing, repair, and corrosion technologies. You will be responsible for machining both printed and traditional components, maintaining equipment, and managing inventory. The position also involves mentoring junior staff and providing guidance on design for manufacturability. If you are passionate about aerospace manufacturing and possess strong communication skills, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of CNC milling machine operation experience.
• Experience manufacturing aerospace parts from titanium and nickel alloys.

Responsibilities

• Support sustainment activities including advanced manufacturing and repair.
• Mentor junior staff and manage inventory effectively.

Skills

CNC milling machine operation

G-code reading and editing

Precision inspection tools

GD&T knowledge

Aerospace parts manufacturing

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Haas VF series CNC machines

Mitsubishi MV-series EDM equipment

Job description

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The University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI) in Warner Robins, GA, is seeking an experienced Senior Sustainment Technician to support sustainment activities including advanced manufacturing, repair, and corrosion technologies. This role involves machining printed and traditional components, maintaining equipment, managing inventory, and providing guidance on design for manufacturability. The position also requires mentoring junior staff and supporting government and industry clients.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 8 years of CNC milling machine operation experience
• At least 4 years of experience reading and editing G-code
• At least 4 years of setting up milling machines
• Proficiency with precision inspection tools
• Knowledge of GD&T and military specifications
• Ability to interpret models, drawings, and reports
• Experience manufacturing aerospace parts from titanium and nickel alloys
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• U.S. citizenship (due to federal contract requirements)

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years machining additively manufactured or cast metal parts
• 1+ years in heat treat operations
• Experience operating Haas VF series CNC machines
• Experience with Mitsubishi MV-series EDM equipment
• Experience collaborating with design and manufacturing engineers
• Experience working in lab environments and adhering to policies

To apply, submit a cover letter addressing each minimum and preferred qualification. The university values diversity, equity, and inclusion and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.