Astronautics Corporation of America
CNC Machinist/Model Maker
Astronautics Corporation of America, Oak Creek, Wisconsin, United States, 53154
Job Title
CNC Machinist/Model Maker
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Astronautics Corporation of America
About the Position This on-site position is located at our headquarters in Oak Creek, WI. You will report directly to the Manager of Mechanical Engineering Prototype & Environmental Test. The role requires creating, designing, and constructing components and assemblies in various materials, planning jobs, building prototypes, and performing minor repairs on prototyping machinery.
What You Will Do We are seeking a CNC Machinist/Model Maker. In this role, you will:
Create, design, and construct components and assemblies in various materials.
Plan jobs, design and build prototypes, and utilize essential machining operation tools, parts, and fixtures.
Use blueprints, drawings, and/or CAD designs to create prototypes according to established engineering specifications.
Perform minor repairs on prototyping machinery.
How You Will Do It
Interpret complex engineering drawings for design intent and critical tolerance.
Plan bench procedures and lay out work from blueprints, drawings, models, hand sketches, or verbal/written instructions and other specifications to construct components and assemblies in various materials.
Set up and operate manual and CNC 2-axis and 3-axis milling, turning, drilling, saws, surface grinding machines, shear, and manual brake work.
Demonstrate competence in using precision measuring devices, including but not limited to micrometers, dial calipers, height gauges, gauge blocks, and plug gauges.
Perform close and exacting bench and assembly operations to fit, align, calibrate, adjust, and finish work. Precision fit and assemble parts to produce end items of specified finish and tolerances.
Manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Support multiple company departments with prototype parts, assemblies, low-volume production runs, fixtures, and tooling needs.
Accomplish results by contributing to team efforts.
Communicate regularly with the department manager on work status and keep accurate time for each job assigned.
Required
A certificate or A.A.S. in a relevant CNC or Tool & Die program from an accredited institution.
The ability to program conversational language 2-axis and 3-axis CNC milling machines. Southwestern TRAK and LPM are a plus.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Ability to stand for long periods of time.
Preferred
TIG, MIG, and Stick welding experience a plus.
Five years of CNC programming and operation experience.
Who We Are Join a team that designs computers, displays, and electronic systems for aircraft of the future! At Astronautics Corporation of America (Astronautics), you will be part of a creative group of professionals who work on the cutting‑edge of technology. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and the opportunity for professional growth in a friendly environment.
Astronautics, headquartered in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, is a global leader in the design, development and manufacture of secure avionics equipment and systems for the commercial and military aerospace industry. Key product areas include electronic primary flight and engine displays, connected aircraft and cyber solutions, electronic flight bags, and certified servers for airborne applications. Services include avionics system integration and custom software for critical applications. Since its founding in 1959, Astronautics has been providing trusted, reliable, and tailored solutions to help customers achieve mission success. Astronautics is the parent company of Kearfott Corporation, headquartered in Pine Brook, New Jersey.
EEO Statement We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Details
Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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Astronautics Corporation of America
About the Position This on-site position is located at our headquarters in Oak Creek, WI. You will report directly to the Manager of Mechanical Engineering Prototype & Environmental Test. The role requires creating, designing, and constructing components and assemblies in various materials, planning jobs, building prototypes, and performing minor repairs on prototyping machinery.
What You Will Do We are seeking a CNC Machinist/Model Maker. In this role, you will:
Create, design, and construct components and assemblies in various materials.
Plan jobs, design and build prototypes, and utilize essential machining operation tools, parts, and fixtures.
Use blueprints, drawings, and/or CAD designs to create prototypes according to established engineering specifications.
Perform minor repairs on prototyping machinery.
How You Will Do It
Interpret complex engineering drawings for design intent and critical tolerance.
Plan bench procedures and lay out work from blueprints, drawings, models, hand sketches, or verbal/written instructions and other specifications to construct components and assemblies in various materials.
Set up and operate manual and CNC 2-axis and 3-axis milling, turning, drilling, saws, surface grinding machines, shear, and manual brake work.
Demonstrate competence in using precision measuring devices, including but not limited to micrometers, dial calipers, height gauges, gauge blocks, and plug gauges.
Perform close and exacting bench and assembly operations to fit, align, calibrate, adjust, and finish work. Precision fit and assemble parts to produce end items of specified finish and tolerances.
Manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Support multiple company departments with prototype parts, assemblies, low-volume production runs, fixtures, and tooling needs.
Accomplish results by contributing to team efforts.
Communicate regularly with the department manager on work status and keep accurate time for each job assigned.
Required
A certificate or A.A.S. in a relevant CNC or Tool & Die program from an accredited institution.
The ability to program conversational language 2-axis and 3-axis CNC milling machines. Southwestern TRAK and LPM are a plus.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Ability to stand for long periods of time.
Preferred
TIG, MIG, and Stick welding experience a plus.
Five years of CNC programming and operation experience.
Who We Are Join a team that designs computers, displays, and electronic systems for aircraft of the future! At Astronautics Corporation of America (Astronautics), you will be part of a creative group of professionals who work on the cutting‑edge of technology. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and the opportunity for professional growth in a friendly environment.
Astronautics, headquartered in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, is a global leader in the design, development and manufacture of secure avionics equipment and systems for the commercial and military aerospace industry. Key product areas include electronic primary flight and engine displays, connected aircraft and cyber solutions, electronic flight bags, and certified servers for airborne applications. Services include avionics system integration and custom software for critical applications. Since its founding in 1959, Astronautics has been providing trusted, reliable, and tailored solutions to help customers achieve mission success. Astronautics is the parent company of Kearfott Corporation, headquartered in Pine Brook, New Jersey.
EEO Statement We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Details
Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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