Position Overview:
In this role you will be part of the Optical Manufacturing team which is responsible for machining precision optics using a variety of CNC machinery. You will be part of a team which includes Manufacturing and Methods Engineers, CNC Programmers, Technologists, Opticians, and Strategy & Analysis Engineers. This position will expose the candidate to various optical manufacturing assignments supporting multiple business units. The core of the assignment is to implement standard CNC techniques and protocols across a variety of machine types while supporting production of various optical components.
This position is on 2nd shift- differential included.
Responsibilities:
- Manufacturing high precision optics on CNC manufacturing equipment in accordance with manufacturing documentation, process documentation and technical requirements
- Ensure program check and verification methods are followed for the work center
- Implement manufacturing processes on CNC machinery (e.g., grinders, polishers, multi-axis machining centers, etc…)
- Recommend and define tools and fixtures to support CNC processes
- Identify problems and recommend solutions on a variety of the more complex CNC manufacturing issues
- Draw upon your experience and knowledge of machine control to improve processes and identify opportunities to enhance product quality and increasing efficiency
- Work in partnership with Optical Methods Engineers and CNC Operators to define process refinements and enhancements
- Incorporate in-process and post-process inspection and measurement of optical products
- Support full compliance to Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate degree in Programming, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field preferred
- 2+ years of relevant experience
- Knowledge of Fagor, Fanuc, Siemens, Heidenhain, or similar CNC control system
- Previous experience with Mastercam preferred, but not required
EHS/Environmental Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate, listen to and interpret instructions, operate tools and/or machinery with hands and arms and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. The employee will use protective equipment to work with chemicals, move between work stations, reach and replace equipment, and move items weighing up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Collaborating with world class experts, you will have the opportunity to develop innovative solutions in fulfillment of our customers’ requirements. We believe in our mission, and we believe in supporting our employees. We offer policies and programs that provide opportunities for continual learning, career growth and work/life balance along with a full suite of health and welfare benefits.
Employment with Danbury Mission Technologies is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check, and drug screen.
Due to contract requirements, US citizenship is required. Additionally, if you are a dual citizen (a citizen of the US and another country), the Company must obtain approval for you to have access to the information required for this position. You will not be able to begin employment until such approval is obtained and this may take several months.
Position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance. For your information, here is the form the government requires to begin the process of obtaining a clearance: https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf86.pdf
No visa sponsorship is available for this position.
Danbury Mission Technologies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Fields of study
- CNC