CNC Machinist

Fairchild Auto-Mated Parts is a leading manufacturer of high-precision components for various industries, including aerospace, defense, electronics, and high-end instrumentation. With over 79 years of experience, our team is dedicated to quality, on-time delivery, and continuous improvement.

• We offer a competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• We provide paid time off, holidays, and sick leave, as well as company-paid life insurance and short-term disability insurance.
• We also offer relocation assistance and company-sponsored events.

We are seeking a CNC/Swiss Setup Programmer to support our Swiss/CNC department. The ideal candidate will be responsible for evaluating the manufacturability of customer products, developing job cost estimations, and defining Swiss/CNC machining processes.

• Review customer products, determine in-house manufacturability and risk rating, and define the process required to produce customer's parts.
• Estimate the cost for new RFQs or orders, coordinating with Procurement for external quotes, and Production for tooling needs.
• Create CAD drawings/models, detailed characteristic requirements for product to be inspected against, and write CNC lathe, mill, and Swiss machine programs.
• Provide engineering support to the production team, identifying tooling needs, assisting with machine setups, troubleshooting, assisting with machine repair, and coordinating machine maintenance.
• Collaborate closely with Quality Assurance team on resolving production nonconformances.
• Identify and implement process improvements and opportunities for cost reductions, including design suggestions, production process changes, and application of lean principles.

• 3+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (SolidWorks preferred) and CNC programming (MasterCAM preferred).
• Strong understanding of CNC machining processes, including milling, turning, and Swiss machining.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft products (e.g., Excel, Outlook, Word, Teams).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on precision and quality.
• Must be a US Citizen.