CNC Machinist, 3-Axis

Location: Houston, TX

Employment Type: 3 month contract

Pay range: $38-45/hour

Company Overview

Our client is a space exploration and infrastructure company headquartered in Houston, Texas.

Position Summary

We are seeking a talented and experienced 3-Axis CNC Machinist to join our client's Manufacturing team. This position will support the production and manufacturing of aerospace components for the support of their Lunar program.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze specification charts, samples and drawings to gain a thorough understanding of requirements and GD&T.
• Work with Engineers to communicate needs, manufacturability and timeline.
• Develop a plan of action to manufacture parts according to specifications.
• Create and maintain programs using CAM software.
• Prepare and mark raw materials needed to manufacture parts.
• Set up equipment required to complete each step of the manufacturing plan.
• Operate equipment to carry out each step correctly.
• Monitor the production process and intervening when problems arise.
• Inspect finished parts for flaws and defects.
• Maintain equipment located throughout the machine shop.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience programming 3-axis CNC Mills.
• Proficiency with component design and assembly management using 3D CAD software.
• Familiarity with commonly used aerospace and commercial specifications for materials, processes, fasteners, mechanical components, etc.
• Clear understanding of G and M code.
• Knowledge of how to program, setup, and operate 3-axis CNC mills with a high level of familiarity machining composites.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective manufacturing plans based on specifications and drawings.
• Problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues and make adjustments during the manufacturing process.
• Ability to move roughly 50 to 75 pounds and remain at your workstation throughout the day.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations to reduce the risk of workplace accidents.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong organizational, communication, and creative problem-solving skills, with a collaborative team-first mindset that aligns with our core values of Respect, Integrity, Dedication, and Excellence.
• Ability and willingness to work under compressed and aggressive delivery schedules
• Teamwork - Eager and able to work in a collaborative and cross-disciplinary fashion in a fast-paced, dynamic and deadline-oriented environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Haas, Okuma OSP, Heidenhain controls.
• Experience with the automated loading and unloading of parts using pallet changers, robotic arms, etc.
• Experience with additive manufacturing and EDM.
• Experience with Zeiss CMM.
• Proficiency with ASME Y14.5 geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Familiarity with standard practices for fabricating and manufacturing any number of parts from a variety of materials including but not limited to Aluminum, Titanium, High Nickel alloys and Carbon Fiber.