CNC Programmer

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.

BWXT is looking for an experienced CNC Programmer to join our growing team in Mt. Vernon, Indiana!

Why Apply?
You will support BWXT’s machinists in developing CNC programs on large-scale, multi-axis CNC mills and lathes to machine one-of-a-kind precision components for naval nuclear reactors used in submarines and aircraft carriers.

This is a low-volume, highly engineered manufacturing environment where you’d be involved in the full life cycle of the build.  You’ll work in a safe, clean, and specialized manufacturing environment alongside a great team of skilled colleagues.  This is unique work that will allow you to demonstrate your programming skills all while supporting the safety of our nation’s sailors.

You will work a four-day work week while receiving market leading pay, paid time off, medical, dental, vision and service-based retirement contributions with additional 401k match. Overtime is available if desired and may be required to support company need. We are currently offering a sign-on bonus of $2,000.  Relocation assistance is available for qualified applicants.

What You’ll Do
In this role, you will create and modify existing CNC programs in Siemens NX that drive various types of machining operations such as milling, drilling, tapping/thread milling, boring, and turning to meet print specifications.  Additionally, you would:

• Work closely with other CNC programmers, Tooling Application Engineers, Supervisors, Manufacturing Engineers, and machinists to develop/modify processes to optimize machining productivity and performance

• Participate in machining kick-off and pre-work meetings to ensure all requirements can be achieved with a safe, efficient process while maintaining the highest possible quality

• Work closely with machinists during first-of-a-kind (FOAK) evolutions
• Implement changes to programs based on machinist feedback
• Foster an environment of innovation and continuous improvement as it relates to new cutting technology, programming best practices, and technological advances in CNC programming
• Partner with other BWXT sites to share ideas and align standard work
• Develop working relationship with machinists executing work
• Peer review programs prior to release to the floor
• Troubleshoot challenges at the machine
• Routinely read and comprehend written instructions, technical procedures, prints, sketches, and bills of material
• Work in accordance with all applicable company procedures, policies, and rules

• Promote unity and positive morale in a respectful work environment
• Other responsibilities as assigned
   

What We Need from You

• Associate’s of Applied Science degree in a technical field and (4) years of experience, or high school equivalency and (8) years of relevant experience
• Experience programming 5-axis machines preferred
• Experience programming with different machining attachments (i.e. right angle, universal, offset milling) is preferred

• Expertise reading blueprints and knowledge of geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T)

• Experience programming with Siemens NX is highly desirable

• Working knowledge and application of standard G and M codes
• Ability to maintain detailed process documentation and other production records
• Exhibit strong problem-solving skills relative to machining and CNC processes
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks or projects
• U.S. citizenship with no dual citizenship is required for this position
• Flexibility to report at other scheduled times as business need dictates

Pay: $63,000 - $99,000

The base salary range for this position in Indiana (US-IN) at the start of employment is expected to be between $63,000 and $99,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement.  The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols.  As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

BWXT supports diversity and is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or veteran status.

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