CNC Milling Machinist (5-axis), 2nd Shift

Hera Technologies is a premier contract manufacturer specializing in high-precision metallic and non-metallic solutions for the Aerospace, Defense, and Space sectors. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction has positioned us as an industry leader in the design, manufacturing and maintenance of thermal support systems. Our team is driven by excellence, integrity, and a passion for advancing aerospace technology.

Summary: The CNC 5 Axis Milling Machinist must be familiar with working in a AS9100 manufacturing environment, have working computer knowledge and be a self-starter who pays attention to detail and accuracy and takes responsibility for their work.  The successful candidate will be responsible for producing machined parts by setting up and operating 5 axis mills, high speed 5 axis routers and/or lathes, maintaining quality and safety standards, keeping accurate records, maintaining equipment and other duties as assigned.

• Set up and operate machines to produce parts by using work orders, blueprints, materials, and specifications.
• Interpret job instructions such as CNC program, setup sheet, tool list, job routing, part drawings and in-process quality instructions.
• Locate the appropriate tool holders, tools and fixtures, and load them into the machine.
• Load the CNC program into the machine control including zero and reference points and enter tool length and offsets.
• Ensure that the work piece is properly lubricated and cooled.
•  Set up and inspect parts.
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Adhere to Hera Safety protocols and OSHA/Cal OSHA safety regulations.
• Maintain compliance with Company policies.
• Provide recommendations to improve productivity, equipment utilization, and identify best use of equipment and tooling accordingly.
• Set up preliminary runs to verify accuracy and provide feedback for process improvements inclusive of machining 1st Article parts and making offset and/or work with team to program modifications based on inspection results.
• Perform equipment preventative maintenance actions and document actions regularly.

• High school diploma or general education diploma (GED).
• Five (5) years’ experience with 3-5 axis HAAS mills, DMS, BIESSE & Thermwood routers.
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints.
• Knowledge of a variety of cutting tools.
• Knowledge of CNC HAAS, Fanuc, and SIEMENS controls.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as work orders.
• Ability to work with shop math.
• Ability to use standard measuring tools (i.e. micrometers, calipers).

• Experience with 3-5 axis machining of composites, honeycomb, plastics and metallics preferred.
• Experience machining composites dry and metallics with coolant
• Experience with conventional mill, lathes, and hand tools.
• Ability to fabricate fixtures.