Machine Programmer III

Job Title: Machine Programmer III
Location: 91601-Hollywood, CA
Job Type: 6 mo Contract
Hours: 40/week
Pay Rate: Up to $49.70/hr

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities include:
5+ years experience with 3, 4 and 5 axis CNC machining
Set up and operate CNC mills/lathes and manual machines (mills, lathes, drill presses, saws, etc.).
Load, secure, and prepare raw materials; select tooling, fixtures, and workholding as required.
Program CNC equipment as needed using existing models, drawings, or process instructions.
Operate waterjet and other cutting equipment to roughcut and profile parts.
Perform part cleaning, deburring, fitting, minor rework, and basic assembly operations.
Inspect work using standard metrology tools; verify dimensions against drawings and specifications.
Support general machine shop operations, fabrication, and hardware preparation for prototype, test, and production hardware.
Maintain shop organization and cleanliness in accordance with 5S and safety practices.
Perform basic maintenance on tools and equipment and assist with troubleshooting machining issues.
Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and production staff to meet quality, cost, and schedule targets.
Demonstrated experience in a machine shop environment operating mills, lathes, drill presses, saws, and other standard shop tools.
Proficiency with part fitting, deburring, assembly, and rework.
Working knowledge of shop safety practices, lockout/tagout, and proper use of PPE.
Experience with tool and equipment care/maintenance and 5S or similar lean practices.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and basic GD&T.
Proven ability to support prototype, test, and/or production machining with minimal supervision.
Working with engineering to document and standardize production processes
Partner with leadership and engineering to prioritize work based on production schedule and organizational goals. This role will impact space flight programs and objectives!
Ensure product quality and conformance to engineering specifications

Preferred Qualifications:
Handson CNC programming experience (conversational control and/or CAM).
Advanced CNC operation and setup skills, including fixture design and tool selection.
Experience operating waterjet or similar CNC cutting equipment.
Experience with exotic material, ceramics, and delicate parts.

If you are interested, please apply via the 'apply now' link provided. Belcan is a leading provider of qualified personnel to many of the world's most respected enterprises. We offer excellent opportunities for contract/temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct assignments in the engineering, IT, and professional fields. We are the employer of choice for thousands worldwide. Our overriding goal is to provide quality staffing solutions that help people, organizations, and communities succeed or more information, please visit our website at http://www.belcan.com

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