CAM Technician
First seen by Alion on Sep 18, 2026.
The CAM Technician will utilize CAD and CAM software to create surface and solid models to program and operate the company’s 3, 4, and 5-axis CNC machines. Laser tracker equipment will be utilized for the fabrication and verification of composite tooling, part dimensions, and vehicle assembly. The candidate must be a team player, flexible, detail oriented, and a problem solver.
Category: Engineering
Location: Mojave, CA
Citizenship Required: United States Citizenship
Clearance Type: None
Schedule: 9/80 Work Schedule
Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
Benefits: 100% Paid Benefits and 401k Matching
Summary:
Founded by legendary aircraft designer Burt Rutan, Scaled Composites is a 40-year-old aerospace company continually working to push boundaries, prove out ideas, and influence the future. We are a rapid prototyping and manufacturing facility, designing, building, and testing proof-of-concept and prototype vehicles. We have flown an average of one new aircraft type per year over our 40-year history such as Proteus, GlobalFlyer, SpaceShipOne, Model 401, and Stratolaunch.
Duties and Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- Utilizing laser tracker with Polyworks or Verisurf for tool and part verification.
- Utilizing laser scanners and associated software to reverse engineer into CAD.
- Using CAD software to create tool and fixture models.
- Using CAM software to generate toolpaths for CNC machines.
- Operating CNC machines to support tool and part manufacturing.
- Interacting with engineers to advise on best use of department technology.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Good interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Great organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Great time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
- Ability to work autonomously, as well as in a team setting.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Proficiency in Siemens NX, preferred.
- Proficiency with Polyworks or Verisurf and experience with laser trackers and scanners, preferred.
- Experience in programming and operating CNC machines (CMS, Onsrud, etc.), preferred.
- Experience with composite tooling and fabrication, preferred.
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Experience in 3D CAD software
- Experience utilizing laser trackers for part and assembly verification
- Ability to obtain and maintain DoD clearance
Essential Job Functions:
- Occasional lifting 50+ lbs.
- Must have sufficient agility to work in the interior of an aircraft structure. Will need to bend, stoop, squat, and/or kneel to occasionally work in cramped, tiring, and uncomfortable positions.
- Ability to work overhead for prolonged periods of time including lifting up to 10-15 pounds.
- Standing 95% of the day, sometimes 8.5 - 12 hours per day.
- Required to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment for an assigned task.
- Work with composite materials such as epoxy resin systems, fiberglass, carbon fiber, and foam/core products. Will also work closely with chemicals, such as acetone and alcohol.
- May be exposed to dirt, oil, fuel, grease, and hydraulic fluids.
- Able to adapt to altered schedules.
- Occasional pushing/pulling of heavy tools and tables (75-100 + lbs., with assistance).
- Manual dexterity to handle small parts, and tools and to manipulate composite material to various shapes using pressure.
- Repetitive hand and arm motions including, but not limited to, trimming, sanding, and/or grinding of materials.
- Occasional sitting computer work
- Vision at close distances and ability to adjust focus.
- Ability to operate a forklift and/or other heavy machinery including occasional driving of company-owned vehicles.
- Must be able to pass and maintain ‘pass’ status on OSHA-approved Pulmonary Fitness Test (PFT) in order to wear a respirator for prolonged periods of time.
- Work on varied work surfaces/environments, including but not limited to working in a busy shop environment, cold room, or in/on aircraft structures including raised platforms including but not limited to ladders, scaffolding, and stairs.
- Work may be performed inside or outside of buildings. May be exposed to changing weather conditions.
- Must be able to read and understand SDS.