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This role is tasked with developing and optimizing machining programs, working directly with 5-axis and other CNC machines, and interfacing with engineering teams, leadership, machinists, and operations to optimize machining programs and procedures.\nResponsibilities\nFast pace of execution to deliver parts needed for engine, vehicle, avionics and test development\nDevelop, optimize, and troubleshoot 5-axis CNC machining programs primarily using hyperMILL\nWork with various CAD/CAM software (hyperMILL, NX, ESPRIT, etc.) and demonstrate a strong ability to learn and become an expert in new software rapidly \nProduce hardware on various machines and OEM software including Siemens, Mazatorl, Haas NGC, etc.\nFamiliarity managing digital tool libraries to increase shop throughput and managing tool magazines\nKnowledgeable of carbide tools and adjusting speed and feed parameters for various cutting strategies\nAble and ready to offer suggestions on drawing or design changes to improve manufacturability\nAbility to program billet parts with minimal fixturing by using stock tabs, frames or otherwise \nDesign and machine scrappy fixture tooling on the fly and as needed to manufacture parts rapidly. \nConstantly keep products moving and alerting management when bottlenecks are encountered\nProvide consistent ideas for process improvements\nOperate machines equipped with automation (pallet pools, expanded magazines, bar feeders, etc.) \nDevelop robust on machine inspection strategies that enable low risk, efficient, lights out manufacturing of complex components\nMinimum Qualifications\nHigh school diploma or equivalency certificate\n5+ years of CNC programming experience using various CAM packages (hyperMILL, NX, Mastercam, ESPRIT, etc.)\n4+ years of hands-on experience programming and machining 5-axis mills and/or 5-axis mill-turns\nDemonstrated experience on manual and CNC mills and/or lathes\nDemonstrated ability to rapidly pick up new CAM software and manage large tool libraries\nPreferred Skills and Experience\nDemonstrated experience setting up machine shops, recommending and evaluating capital for purchase\nDemonstrated experience with Hermle 5-axis machines and/or Hermle automation systems with Siemens controllers\n4+ years of demonstrated experience programming turbomachinery, with experience programming in MAX-PAC\nPython programming experience or similar\nExperience programing machines and developing machining and inspection cycles to be run unattended\n\nAdditional Information:\nCompensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. 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