CNC Machinist Technician III

At a glance
Company: MTech Aerospace
Location: California, MD 20619
Pay: $32-$40 per hour, based on experience
Job Type: Full-time
Experience: 5 years of CNC programming and machining
Machines: 3 axis CNC machining experience, 5 axis machining preferred
Controls: Okuma OSP-300MA (preferred)
CAM Software: Siemens NX (preferred)

Why this job is worth considering

MTech manufactures advanced aerospace components for commercial and Department of Defense (DoD) customers, and this role is central to keeping the shop's AS9100 certification and solving tough manufacturing problems. You'll program, set up and run 3-axis and/or 5-axis CNC machines on demanding, high-precision parts, from prototypes through high-volume production.

You will apply strong knowledge of machining practices, materials, mechanics, and mathematics to fabricate and modify components, maintain tooling inventory, and perform routine machine maintenance. MTech's manufacturing department is growing, and the company is looking for someone ready to take on a key role in maintaining efficient operations while ensuring accuracy, consistency, and high workmanship standards.

MTech offers a signing bonus package of up to $5,000 for qualified candidates.

What you'll be doing

• Program, set up and operate 3-axis CNC machines from solid models and complex technical drawings.
• Adhere to all health, safety, quality, and environmental rules and regulations on behalf of yourself and your team. 
• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards following 6s processes.
• Demonstrate sound knowledge of material hardness, cutting tools, speeds and feeds, coolant requirements and machining techniques.
• Interpret geometric dimensioning and tolerances (GD&T) per part drawings.
• Operate and maintain machinery (e.g., milling machines, computer-controlled mills and lathes, shears, and general shop equipment.) Cross train on all equipment to prevent lapse in delivery schedules.
• Provide input to design engineers including incorporation of experimental ideas into prototype parts.
• Assist supervisor in shop operation (oversight, work order generation, etc.)
• Create parts from drawings, models, manufacturing instructions and tooling instructions, or engineering instruction. 
• Perform necessary task and paperwork for the proper movement and control of parts and material in conjunction with manufacturing tracking systems.
• Perform other duties as required to meet delivery schedules.

Machines, controls and software

• 3- and 5-axis CNC machining centers, plus CNC mills, lathes and shears
• Okuma 3-axis machines with OSP-300MA controls (preferred)
• Grob 5-axis machines, large 5-axis work and horizontal mills (a plus)
• Siemens NX (preferred)

What we're looking forRequired

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 5 years of CNC programming and machining experience.
• Skilled in 3- and/or 5-axis programming, setup and operation for precision aerospace components.
• Experience with programming, set-up, fixturing and operating CNC machines to produce precision parts holding close tolerances throughout the machining process to meet QA standards.
• Ability to work independently as well in a team environment.
• Ability to interpret complex drawings and written or verbal instructions.
• Ability to produce complex parts creating own fixtures and tooling for a variety of material types.
• Recognize and correct issues during the machining processes.
• Background in general fabrication and assembly a plus.
• Ability to do general maintenance on machining equipment.
• Posses’ high attention to detail and self-motivation skills.
• Must be reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfill obligations.
• Cooperation and a professional mannerism are required with others on the job and displaying a good natured, cooperative attitude.
• Ability to operate basic fabrication equipment and use of tools.
• U.S. citizenship, due to DoD contract requirements.
• A clean record and the ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance.

Preferred

• Siemens NX experience.
• Okuma 3- and 5-axis machines with OSP-300MA controls.
• Grob 5-axis machine, large 5-axis machining and horizontal mill experience (each a plus).
• Background in general fabrication and assembly (a plus).

Physical demands

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Reasonable accommodations will be provided for individuals with disabilities.

Pay, benefits and schedule

The estimated pay range is $32-$40 per hour, based on experience, qualifications, skill set and market conditions. MTech also offers a signing bonus of up to $5,000 for qualified candidates.

About MTech and apply

MTech (Magee Technologies, LLC) is a small business in California, Maryland, providing engineering services, software development and manufacturing for commercial and DoD aerospace customers. The manufacturing team is growing and building out its capabilities.

If you've got the experience and want a senior, hands-on role on advanced aerospace parts, apply through hireCNC and you'll be taken to MTech's online application.