AST SpaceMobile

CNC Machinist II-III

Midland, Texas, United States

Full Time

7 months ago

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Job description

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.