Turning Center Lathe Programmer/Machinist - Second Shift

NOTE:  This is a second shift position working 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM. 

The vision at Sidus is to make space accessible to everyone by increasing the viability of low-cost access to space. At Sidus, our whole is greater than the sum of our parts. The Sidus team is made up of highly talented individuals, each contributing their own experience, knowledge, skills, and ideas. It is our team that sets us apart from our competition and makes our mission of Bringing Space Down to Earth™.  

At Sidus we treat each day like it’s Day One.  We operate with a sense of urgency; we are customer obsessed, always learning and constantly evolving. Join our team and be a part of something great!

Essential Duties/Responsibilities 

• Set-up and operate Okuma CNC Lathes with live tooling and sub-spindle.
• Program CNC Lathes with sub-spindle and live tooling 
• Machine parts to prints and CAD models
• Inspect parts using micrometers, calipers, optical comparators, and various other inspection equipment
• Perform prescribed preventive maintenance on machines as required per PM schedules
• Maintain high level of quality as identified by customer requirements

Required Skills

• Ability to select proper tooling to manufacture complex details
• Must be self-motivated, organized, and able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Possess strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize a rapidly changing set of objectives.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to remain flexible with working schedules, to include overtime, evenings, and weekends as needed is an essential requirement of the position
• Have worked on a fast paced and high-volume environment
• Work with speed, accuracy, and maintain a sense of urgency

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma Required/ G.E.D Equivalent 

• At least three (3) years' Programming experience with CNC Lathes in a manufacturing machining environment; applicants with at least 10 years of experience may be considered for a Senior level role.
• Experience troubleshooting machining issues with various types of CNC lathes; Master-Cam is a plus
• Experience machining of tight tolerance parts is a requirement for this position
• Possess basic math skills and have the ability to use a variety of hand tools, machine tools and precision measuring instruments. 
• Proficient at blueprint reading and understanding of geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• All candidates selected will be subject to a background investigation and drug screen
• To conform to U.S. Government International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. 

**This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for the position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

SIDUS SPACE is an Equal Opportunity Employer fostering a respectful work culture based on diversity, equity, and inclusion that values all contributors. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.