Multi-Axis Laser Machinist

Job Description

Job Description

At Radius Aerospace - Phoenix, we offer a unique environment that fosters individual growth and rewards performance. The work environment is fast-paced and high-energy. You'll be surrounded by people who are passionate about what they do. Help us succeed by doing your part as a member of our Machine Shop as a Multi-Axis Laser Machinist . This role is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining the industry’s newest and most advanced multi-axis laser cutting/drilling machine centers to produce complex high-precision components for commercial and defense aerospace industrial applications. You will work closely with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure parts are manufactured efficiently, accurately, and on schedule. You will be part of a team that possesses passionate sense of pride and determination.

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Employee Benefits:

We recognize people as our most asset. Our competitive salary and benefits package includes 401K, matching 401k, dental insurance, medical insurance, disability benefits, prescription drug coverage, life insurance, casual dress, paid company holidays, and tuition reimbursement. New hires are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage upon date of hire.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Experience with Prima Power Laserdyne systems is a must - Fiber laser experience is a plus
• Ability to set up laser machining centers completely and independently
• Experience laser cutting tight tolerance and complex geometry parts
• Proficient with G&M machine codes and programming structures including subroutines
• Ability to manually write simple-to-medium complexity programs and utilize CAM software such as Autodesk Fusion 360
• Possess a solid understanding of linear coordinate systems, multi-axis rotations, single/dual rotaries, and offsets
• Understand laser power parameters including pulse-width, frequency, peak power, average power, Jules, penetration dwell, gas types/pressures
• Familiar with laser drilling including drill-on-the-fly and part mapping
• Experience cutting high temp nickel alloys including Inconel, Hastelloy, Haynes, as well as 300/400 series stainless steels, aluminums, and carbon steels
• Follow complex work instructions in compliance with procedures and specifications
• Troubleshoot machining issues regarding equipment performance, tooling/fixtures fitment, and part tolerances
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawing using ASME Y14.5 GD&T including true position, bilateral/unilateral profile, runout, flatness, parallelism, etc.
• Inspect to detail drawings or sketches using precision measuring devices
• Evaluate tooling/fixturing performance using precision measurement devices
• Recognize improper machine functioning or cutting and develop procedures for corrective action while adhering to fixed-process requirements
• Possess their own toolbox including simple hand tools and measurement devices
• Perform precise laser beam, beam director, OFC, and camera alignments to obtain machine precision within specification
• Calibrate and troubleshoot issues with Automatic Focus Control - AFC
• Perform daily, weekly, monthly, and annual preventative maintenance and minor machine repairs
• Provide respectful and constructive feedback regarding process performance while working with engineering, quality, management, and other employees.
• Possess laser safety certification in accordance with LIA/OSHA/ANSI
• Take ownership of performance throughput and quality
• Train other employees as needed and perform all other duties as assigned
• Be a team player that is passionate about their craft

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Preferred 3 years experience

• Equal Opportunity Employer: Radius Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• Disability Accommodation: If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact Human Resources at 480-287-2172.
• Drug-Free Workplace: In order to maintain our Drug-Free work environment, successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen is required.
• Cybersecurity and Compliance: All employees are required to comply with the company’s cybersecurity, information security, and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) handling policies. This includes safeguarding sensitive information, completing mandatory security training, and promptly reporting any suspected data or security incidents. Certain roles may involve access to CUI associated with U.S. Department of Defense contracts and require completion of CMMC/ITAR compliance training.
• ITAR/EAR Requirements: Pursuant to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), applicants for select positions may be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residence, or U.S. Immigration Status to meet the minimum qualifications. All inquiries related to citizenship are asked solely to comply with ITAR and EAR export licensing requirements.
• Work Authorization: All U.S. applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
  Recruiters/Staffing Agencies: No phone calls without a previously signed service agreement in place, please.