CNC Machining Specialist

Responsibilities

• Lead setup, operation, and optimization of CNC turning centers (mill-turn and multi-axis lathes)
• Execute machining and grinding across 3-axis, 3+2, and 5-axis mills
• Own first article through production runs to ensure dimensional and surface finish requirements
• Apply GD&T to validate setups and machining strategies
• Define machining strategies including tooling selection and workholding concepts
• Identify and eliminate inefficiencies in cycle time and tool life
• Partner with engineering to drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
• Mentor machinists and operators on advanced techniques
• Champion EHS standards and maintain a high-functioning work environment

Requirements

• Extensive experience operating CNC turning centers (2-axis, live tooling, mill-turn, or multi-axis lathes)
• Strong cross-functional experience in milling and grinding
• Proficiency with Siemens, Fanuc, or Heidenhain controllers
• Advanced understanding of GD&T
• Experience machining aluminum, steels, titanium, and nickel-based alloys (Inconel)
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and optimize machining processes
• Ability to lawfully access information subject to US export controls

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with large-format or gantry-style machining systems
• Experience machining additively manufactured components
• Strong manual machining skills
• Experience in CAD/CAM software (NX CAM preferred)
• Strong understanding of G-code
• Experience writing probing routines for on-machine inspection

About the Company

Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end-to-end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) to manufacture complex integrated vehicle structures.