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CNC Specialist (NX CAM) - Blades & Vanes

SpaceX· Materials Engineering - Core
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Bastrop, TXFull-timePosted 1mo ago

About the role

CNC Specialist responsible for programming and process decisions for IGT blades and vanes using NX CAD/CAM, with end-to-end ownership from programming to production, including toolpath development, fixture design, process validation, and line commissioning in Bastrop, TX.

Responsibilities

  • Use NX CAD/CAM to program all blades/vanes processes: 5-axis milling, grinding, sinker EDM, wire EDM, trailing-edge machining, laser drilling, and stem drilling.
  • Own comprehensive process knowledge: machine capability, workholding, electrodes/wire/wheels/nozzles and other consumables, parameters, and quality outcomes.
  • Verify NC files (e.g., Vericut) and manage revision control on programs, setup sheets, and process documentation.
  • Select tooling and consumables; set parameters for superalloys; manage tool/consumable life, cycle time, and part quality.
  • Drive DFM: recommend and implement drawing/process changes; own the process decision.
  • Design fixtures, brackets, holders, and rigging required to run the line.
  • Support equipment selection, vendor engagement, and commissioning, including FAT and SAT for mill, grind, EDM, laser, and related cells.
  • Troubleshoot machine, program, consumable, and process issues; train operators and CNC Programmers; act as technical floor backup.
  • Own process development from prove-out to stable production; meet performance goals and escalate as needed.
  • Drive process improvements and support other teams.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma/equivalency certificate.
  • 5+ years of CNC programming experience in NX.

Skills

Required:NX NX CAM programmingTooling and consumables selectionDFM and process ownershipFixture designVericut and NC revision control
Nice to have:Metrology and measurement
Last updated Sep 16, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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