NIAR 5-Axis CNC Machinist

Department: NIAR Advanced Material and Prototyping

Campus

Location:

Park City, KS

Hire Type: Full Time

Pay: Commensurate with experience

Work Schedule: 2nd Shift Monday – Friday; occasional weekends may be required as needed. Work is performed onsite andin-person.

Export Compliance Requirement: This position requires accessto EAR or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required tobe eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and mustmeet the requirement of being a “U.S. Citizen”.

The National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) is a fast-growing area within WSU, known globally for our expertise inthe most critical areas of aerospace research and development. The Advanced Machining and Prototyping Lab is looking for CNC Machinist with 5-Axis experience to join our team. This position is locatedat our Park City, KS location.

Responsibilities include set up and operation of various tools and equipment to create, modify, or repair precision parts. Monitors the machinery and conducts regular quality checks to ensure theyare running properly and that the parts are being produced according to specifications.

Machines and fabricates components by preparing and operating machines; works from complex drawings, prototype sketches,electronic files and/or verbal instructions. Responsible for production of high precision parts and performs complex setups required to produce parts Troubleshoots issues with equipment, new programs, and/or products; detects equipment malfunctions and maintains machinery to ensure functionality Provides training and oversight of new hires and students

• High school diploma or equivalent by hire date
• Three (3) years of experience as a CNC Machinist;
  Every 30hours of related college coursework and/or technical training canbe substituted for one (1) year of experience.

• Experience with 5-Axis machining
• Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrates and maintains value-added time management skills
• Demonstrate good work ethics and lead by example.
• Attention to detail
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to read and follow technical drawings and diagrammed instructions
• Ability to use precision tools to take accurate measurements
• Attention to detail and self-motivated
• Valid Driver’s License is required

Ability to position self for inspection, construction or maintenance of equipment and/or buildings including confined,elevated and loud noise spaces. Ability to inspect work, materials,equipment, and/or supplies and identify any errors, needs, and/or determining factors. Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information. Ability to move, transport, and/ordeliver items, supplies, or equipment. Ability to use tools,equipment, and technology necessary to do the job. This includes dexterity in instrument manipulation.

Ability to remain in astationary position. Ability to ascend and descend ladders and/orstairs.