Divergent CNC Programmer at Divergent responsible for machining workflow including process development, 5-axis CNC programming, and inspection. Supports automotive, aerospace, and defense applications.
Responsibilities
Programming & Simulation
Analyze new parts and develop machining strategies, tooling approaches, and work-holding concepts, while providing Design for Manufacturability (DFM) recommendations.
Utilize Siemens NX CAM to develop, verify, and simulate 3+2 and 5-axis milling programs for first-article components and production runs.
Produce probing programs utilizing MSP Perfect-Part for locating and on-machine verification.
Program trunnion and gantry-style CNC machines, including advanced 5-axis operations.
Generate comprehensive shop floor documentation, including detailed setup sheets, operator instructions, and tool lists to ensure seamless production handoffs.
Interpret engineering drawings and apply GD&T principles to programming, machining, and inspection activities.
Design and develop fixture and work-holding solutions for R&D and high-rate production using Siemens NX CAD and established manufacturing best practices.
Collaborate with vehicle and component engineering teams to provide manufacturing insights and DFM recommendations during new product and program development.
Develop and implement innovative machining, fabrication, and work-holding solutions, including applications related to additive manufacturing.
Qualification
Proficiency in CNC programmingAbility to perform light fabricationProficiency with Siemens NX CAD/CAMSiemens Team CenterExperience with pallet systems
Required
Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
Proficiency in CNC programming, setup, and machining, with a strong focus on complex 5-axis milling.
Experience programming and operating CNC equipment, including the use of dynamic work offsets.
Strong understanding of machining processes, materials, cutting tools, and tooling best practices.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and applying GD&T principles.
Familiarity with machine shop safety protocols and best practices.
Ability to perform light fabrication, use hand tools, and operate manual mills and lathes.
Experience using standard metrology and inspection tools.
Preferred
Proficiency with Siemens NX CAD/CAM.
Siemens Team Center, MSP probing software
Experience with Siemens and Heidenhain controllers.
Experience with pallet systems.
Develop machining strategies for complex first-article components.
General understanding of automotive and aerospace systems.
Experience with additive manufacturing and related machining or fabrication processes.
Hands on experience in Aerospace production environment
