CNC Machinist II-III

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.