CNC Programming Engineering Technician

Job Highlights

Company Profile

Howmet Aerospace delivers advanced engineered solutions for aerospace and transportation, specializing in jet engine components, fastening systems, and titanium structural parts. It also produces forged wheels for commercial vehicles and defense applications.

Job Profile

The company is recruiting a CNC Programming Engineering Technician who will work to lead activities and support the plant/location team to achieve manufacturing excellence.

Education Level

• High School Diploma or GED

Work Experience

• 3-5 years of CNC programming experience with various types of machining and Fanuc controls (must)
• Experience with close-tolerance high-speed machining.

License/Certification

• Technical Certificate or program completion in CNC machining or CNC/CMM programming.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Adequate and timely completion of assigned tasks.
• CAM post editor file creation, organization, and management.
• Choose proper tooling, feeds and speeds, tool holders, and probes required for various materials and part geometry.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers, management, customers, and others courteously and professionally.
• Create and maintain a master tool list
• Create and upload operator-ready G&M code program solutions for safe CNC Turning and Machining Center production operations.
• Create CNC tool pathing to ensure safe clearance movements around work pieces with non-interference proofing.
• Create programs for parts with geometry or tolerances that exceed the capabilities of manual inspection equipment.
• Create work instructions for program setups and machine use.
• Demonstrate understanding of when to utilize high-efficiency practices and advanced tool paths.
• Develop advanced manufacturing programs for high-speed CNC Turning and Machining Center applications.
• Generation of CAM System wire and solid modelling files.
• Interface with supervisor or area lead regarding troubleshooting support, edits, and optimization.
• Lead and participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Maintain a safe working environment by adhering to and enforcing all safety procedures and policies, including the use of personal protective and other equipment as required.
• Manage tooling to ensure no stockouts
• Operate machinery as requested by management.
• Perform in-process inspection using manual inspection equipment.
• Responsible for day-to-day machine shop coordination of programming issues.
• The Manufacturing CNC Programmer may perform other special projects or duties as required to support business needs.
• Understand inspection intent.
• Work with various tooling vendors to reduce tooling spend without negatively impacting quality, efficiency, or morale.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Able to choose proper tooling and operation sequences dependent on required tolerances.
• Able to read drawings and specifications with a proficient understanding of GD&T.
• Able to understand and translate G&M machine code
• Competent in maintaining databases or archives of programs, operation sheets, tooling, and work instructions.
• Demonstrate competence in efficient CNC/CMM programming techniques
• Familiar with individual CNC/CMM machine safety features/dangers as they relate to production and operator usage.
• Familiar with ISO and LEAN manufacturing practices.
• Knowledge of CAM and CAD software (Mastercam, Autodesk Fusion, Siemens NX CAM, Autodesk Power MILL, and ESPRIT).
• Knowledgeable of how various materials and conditions affect metrology.
• Knowledgeable in manufacturing practices for various materials.
• Knowledgeable of various CMM probe and stylus types as well as CNC tool holder types.
• Must be adaptable to a changing work environment, competing demands, and be able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Must be available and willing to work overtime as needed
• Must be proficient in Surf CAM software.
• Must be self-motivated, an independent thinker, and able to work efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Must demonstrate excellent troubleshooting techniques and critical thinking skills.
• Must demonstrate proficient computer literacy.
• Proficient with CAM and CAD software.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Work Environment

• Balances desk work with hands-on troubleshooting
• Exposed to machine noise and metal particles when on-site
• Uses computers and CAD/CAM software for programming
• Wears PPE during machine testing or setup
• Works in both office and shop floor environments

Employer’s Statement

Howmet Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer.