CNC Programmer - Leidos

Description

Leidos is a leading provider of engineering solutions, dedicated to delivering innovative and reliable products to our clients. Our Mechanical Manufacturing division in Huntsville, Alabama, focuses on producing high-precision CNC machined components. We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence and continuous improvement in safety, quality, cost, and delivery.

We are seeking an experienced CNC Programmer with an active DOD TS or DOE Q clearance with experience in lathe, mill/turn, and 3 & 5-axis programming. The ideal candidate will have an understanding of advanced manufacturing principles, particularly in 3-axis and 5-axis machining, lathe, mill-turn operations, and wire EDM. The role involves creating, maintaining, and the continuous improvement of multi-axis CNC programs and associated documentation related to 3 & 5-Axis machining for complex aerospace and defense hardware. The candidate will utilize their technical expertise to work within the team to develop and implement those processes to meet engineering requirements. The successful candidate will solve complex technical issues, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and effectively communicate with internal teams, clients, and external parties.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop Lathe, Mill/Turn, and 3 & 5-Axis CNC programs for machining of complex aerospace and defense hardware in a variety of materials including, but not limited to, inconel, titanium, alloy steels, stainless steels, aluminums, and composites.

• Create complete work package consisting of CNC program, machining operation setup sheets, tool lists and other related documentation for use by machinist.

• Provide shop floor support to resolve technical and manufacturing issues.

• Develop and manage manufacturing processes for CNC machined components, including 3-axis, 5-axis, lathe, mill-turn operations, and wire EDM.

• Support quality and manufacturing engineering groups to perform root cause analysis and develop corrective action plans to reduce/eliminate non-conformances.

• Design and develop tooling and fixtures for manufacturing.

• Solve complex technical issues and provide innovative solutions.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focusing on safety, quality, cost, and delivery.

• Communicate effectively with internal teams, clients, and external parties.

• Implement lean manufacturing principles and practices.

• Collaborate with project and team leaders to influence solution design and process approaches.

Basic Qualifications

• BS degree with 8 years minimum experience in a CNC machining environment or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 6 years minimum experience in offline CNC programming.

• Proficient in working with a variety of materials, including plastics, aluminum, steels, stainless steels, and nickel alloys.

• Deep understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

• Proven track record of solving complex technical issues and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and practices.

• Must be a US Citizen and possess a DOD Top Secret Clearance or DOE Q Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Surfcam & Solidworks.

• Experience with Renishaw probing and CNC Macro Programming.

• Experience with ERP and MES systems (e.g., Costpoint, Solumina).

• Experience with large gantry and bridge mills, VTLs and large lathes.

Original Posting Date:

While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.