CNC Machinist

Do you enjoy turning designs into high-precision components? We're looking for a talented CNC Machinist to take ownership of machining jobs on a variety of CNC machines.  4 Axis Mill-Turn, or 3-5 axis Milling machines. You will be responsible for manufacturing components across all stages of the product lifecycle, from rapid RnD prototyping to productionizing existing parts for reliable, unmanned production. 

Dawn Aerospace manufactures satellite propulsion systems and the world’s fastest climbing spaceplane. If you want to be working on cutting edge parts with high demands, then this is the place for you.   

You'll work closely with engineering and production teams to deliver high-quality, complex parts on time every time. A passion for high speed and high quality is essential, as well as an attitude of overcoming obstacles rather than leaving the problems for other people. 

Responsibilities 

CNC Programming & Machining 

• Create and edit CNC programs using CAM software, Fusion 360 and or TopSolid. 

• Design and implement fixturing for safe, repeatable machining for both R&D and production parts. 

• Primarily machine Stainless, Inconel, and Titanium parts from raw stock or post machine 3d printed components. 

• Select tooling, work holding, strategy, and cutting parameters for high precision applications such as sealing surfaces. 

• Prove out NC programs and bring them into production. 

• Run production jobs while monitoring quality, tolerances, and machine performance. 

• Inspect finished components using precision measuring equipment. 

 Process Improvement 

• Identify and execute opportunities to improve cycle times, repeatability, tooling, and machining methods. 

• Implement fixture and tooling improvements to increase quality and efficiency. 

• Collaborate with engineers and supervisors to resolve machining and design challenges. 

• Develop reliable, repeatable and scalable machining processes. 

 Necessary Qualifications 

• Proven experience as a CNC Machinist 5+ Years. 

• Experience with CNC programming, setup, and operation. 

• Preference towards experience with Fusion 360 and TopSolid CAM software. 

• Preference towards experience with Fanuc and Heidenhain controllers 

• Ability to read, interpret and provide feedback on engineering drawings with complex GD&T. 

• Strong understanding of machining practices, tooling, and workholding. 

• Proven track-record using precision measuring equipment to validate work to specifications. 

• High attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work. 

• Able to work independently and take ownership of jobs, while collaborating in broader team. 

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills. 

 Desirable Experience  

• Experience on programming and running any of the following machines. 

• NTX 1000  

• NLX 2000  

• DMU50  

• HAAS VM2  

Diversity & Inclusion

At Dawn Aerospace, we believe that diverse teams build better solutions. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued and supported to do their best work.

About Dawn Aerospace

Dawn Aerospace is a space transportation company with a purpose.
Our mission is to enable the next generation of space users by providing more sustainable and scalable ways to access and move around in space. We believe this access, in the form of a transportation network, will fundamentally change what’s possible from space. We currently focus on three areas of space transportation:

• In-space propulsion
  We're a leading supplier of turnkey green propulsion systems for various classes of satellites. Our systems utilise safe, accessible propellants and we have over 170 of these propulsion units on more than 40 operational satellites already. A further 200 units are in production.
• In-space servicing
  Coupled with our propulsion expertise, we are ensuring that our customers' satellites are refuellable. In the coming years, Dawn will offer a refueling service to enable life extension of customer satellites. This new market is aligned with our sustainability goal to ensue a clean and safe space for everyone! 
• Spaceplane
  We are developing the fastest and highest-flying aircraft ever to take off from a runway, combining the extreme performance of rocket propulsion with the reusability of conventional airplanes to enable high-frequency, low-cost access to sub-orbital space.

Our international teams are distributed across four locations: the Netherlands, France, New Zealand, and the USA.

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