CAD/CAM Programming and Design Trainer - Remote

CAD/CAM Programming and Design Trainer - Remote Apply now Job No: 503440 Work Type: Staff Full Time (1500 hours or greater) Location: Remote, Warner Robins, GA Category: Research Institute Staff Department: Applied Digital Solutions - 250612 Pay Grade: P2/P3 - Exempt Advertised: March 31, 2026 Applications close: Open until filled Position Summary Are you interested in taking your CNC Programming and machining skills to the next level? Do you like sharing what you know with others? Do you like to travel? UDRI is seeking a CAD/CAM Programming trainer to assist the Air Force Metal Fabrication and Technologies Office (AFMFTO) with their support of Air Force fabrication shops worldwide. The selected candidate will remote interface with Engineers (USAF hardware owners and ATTC) to provide guidance and advice on design for manufacturability, equipment and part set up, and machining. The trainer will also provide call‑in support for Mastercam, SolidWorks, and Haas machine troubleshooting. Minimum Qualifications P2 Minimum Qualifications: BA degree. Minimum of 3 years’ experience with machining: Setup and operation of 2‑, 3‑, 4‑ and 5‑axis CNC machines (Lathe, Mill, Wire EDM), including at‑machine program edits. Minimum of 3 years’ experience with Mastercam programming of 2‑, 3‑, 4‑ and 5‑axis CNC machines. Minimum of 3 years’ experience with SolidWorks 3‑D CAD software to model and reverse engineer obsolete parts. Minimum of 3 years’ experience interacting with design and manufacturing engineers and other technical personnel, providing guidance around design for manufacturability. Prior experience training or mentoring others in Mastercam programming and CNC machine tool operations. Ability to read technical drawings. Understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerances (GD&T). Experience using precision measurement equipment (micrometers, Vernier calipers, dial indicators, optical comparators, etc.). Self‑starter able to operate with minimal supervision. Effective verbal communication skills with team members at all levels. Organizational skills. Ability to lift 50 pounds. Ability to travel 25‑50% of the time (stateside and internationally). Valid passport or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire. Valid driver’s license with low‑risk driving record. Must be a U.S. citizen. Additional Qualifications for T3 Minimum of 6 years’ experience with machining, setup and operation of 2‑, 3‑, 4‑ and 5‑axis CNC machines. Minimum of 6 years’ experience with Mastercam programming of 2‑, 3‑, 4‑ and 5‑axis CNC machines. Minimum of 6 years’ experience with SolidWorks design software to model and reverse engineer obsolete parts for aircraft and equipment. Minimum of 6 years’ experience interacting with design and manufacturing engineers and other technical personnel, providing guidance around design for manufacturability. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a technology field. Mastercam Training certificate. SolidWorks Training certificate. Understanding of additive manufacturing equipment and processes. 3 years’ experience programming, set‑up, operation and troubleshooting of additive manufacturing equipment (Stratasys Polymer 3D printers, EOS M290 printing system). GD&T certificate. 3 years’ experience delivering training in a formal educational setting for Mastercam programming and CNC machine tool operations. Special Instructions to Applicants To apply, please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet. EEO Statement Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the dignity of every human being. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity in all of its forms, achieve fair outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. The University is committed to policies of affirmative action designed to increase the employment opportunities of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in compliance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1973. #J-18808-Ljbffr