Machinist/Programmer

Machinist/Programmer

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years in CNC programming with offline software like NX, Master Cam.
• Minimum of 5 years in working with multi axis machines
• Minimum of 5 years working with hardened metals.
• Minimum of 5 years in a lead position of skilled workforce.
• Ability to interpret engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions, and test procedures.
• Extensive experience with Mazak, Okuma, Fanuc, Heidenhain, Siemens, and other CNC controls.
• Excellent blueprint reading skills including GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994 standard.
• Basic computer skills such as Windows, Microsoft Office, etc.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Responsibilities

• Setting up and operating 2, 3, and 5-axis lathes and mills, EDMs, manual machines, and supporting equipment.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, models, and descriptions.
• Machining new or modifying existing tight-tolerance and high-value parts while balancing the needs for both speed and quality.
• Ensure product quality and conformance to engineering specifications.
• Implement and refine new manufacturing processes.
• Work with engineering to document and standardize production processes.
• Collaborate with engineering to develop production ready manufacturing approach.
• Work directly with engineers to provide Design for Manufacturability (DfM) feedback.
• Actively participating in finding solutions with engineers that meet design and schedule requirements.
• Providing excellent customer service to all current and potential customers within Blue Origin.
• Cradle-to-grave job planning and execution including machine and material selection, tooling design, part programming using CAM software, machining and inspecting parts, and communicating directly with customers.
• Assisting with the identification and purchase of job-specific and general shop supplies, tools, and machinery.
• Working both independently and collaboratively within a team of individual contributors to enable every member to succeed in their respective tasks.
• Assist with transition from development to production by working alongside engineering to successfully transition the product.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement projects for area safety and efficiency.
• Second party verification of manufactured hardware.
• Other duties as assigned or otherwise beneficial to fulfilling the mission and vision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in an aerospace environment
• Experience machining nickel-based stainless-steel alloys, copper, titanium
• Tooling and fixture design
• Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts around flight critical hardware.
• Experience machining tight tolerance, high value components