CNC Machinist II-III - AST SpaceMobile
Midland, TX
About the Job
AST SpaceMobile and our global partners are building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network to be accessible by standard smartphones. Called SpaceMobile, this ultra-powerful network is being designed to provide connectivity at 4G/5G speeds everywhere on the planet – on land, at sea and in flight.
Summary:
CNC Machinist II-III will be responsible for the execution and support of all machining activities as they related to the production of products.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Create CNC programs for new development projects, typically direct from a part drawing
- Develop CNC programs to work with setup and fixtures for optimal quality and minimal time
- Sets up and operate a variety of machine tools such as HAAS Lathe and 3, 4 and 5 axis milling machining centers to make metallic and composite parts to exacting tolerances and dimensions
- Download and run CNC programs that are required to facilitate production of 3, 4 and 5 axis parts
- Conduct machine set-ups installing and adjusting chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices
- Interpret blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications
- Verify settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces; adhering to international standards and ensuring compliance to Engineering Drawings and CAD models
- Use a variety of machinist hand tools and precision measuring instruments
- Determine material, parts, and equipment required
- Set up and operate any type of precision machine tool to make original parts, tools, mechanisms, and devices
- Solve problems relative to work-holding arrangement, unusual materials, machine settings and tools
- Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations
- Maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs
- Document actions by completing production work instructions
- Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications
Minimum Qualifications:
- US Citizen or Permanent Resident Card Holder
- High School Diploma or GED
- Minimum of 5 years experience of machine shop experience with conventional and CNC
- Minimum of 5 years experience creating CNC programs for 3, 4, and 5 axis machines
- Minimum of 5 years experience of CNC programming supporting production of high volume
- Experience working with a broad range of materials aluminum, steel, plastic, carbon, titanium
- Knowledge on various precision CNC Machinery and principles, fabrication and machining practices
- Ability to read and interpret drawings and blue prints
- Ability to use PME accurately (height gages, micrometers, calipers, etc..)
- Use of basic hand tools
- Strong attention to detail and good verbal/written communication skills
- Proficient Microsoft Office skills
- Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associates Degree in a mechanical or machining related curriculum
- 4 years' additional education and CNC machine experience
- Ability to lay out own work
- Familiar with ASME Y14.5-2009, Dimensioning and Tolerancing specification.
- Proficiency with MasterCAM, CNC software.
- AutoDesk Inventor experience.
- Work with little supervision
AST SpaceMobile is an Equal Opportunity, at will Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
