Company Overview

Qarbon Aerospace is a premier manufacturer of cutting-edge composite components and assemblies at all levels of complexity, with products installed on the industry’s most advanced commercial and military aircraft, and space vehicles. As a US-based company with a global footprint of more than 1,650,000 ft² of state-of-the-art facilities, Qarbon Aerospace has the capabilities and resources to solve the market’s toughest challenges with Quality Assured. With more than 100 years of experience, we build quality into every fiber, letting your ideas take flight.

NC Programming 5 Position Overview

The Numerical Control Programming Engineer (NC Programming) is responsible for analysis of engineering drawings to define configuration of parts to determine type and sequence of machine operations needed to provide support for all stages of the product and program lifecycle. The NC Programmer develops NC program code for machining parts and tools on numerically controlled machines and robots, making proper cutter selections for each part, taking into consideration such factors as material, feeds/speeds, types of cutters, and control system limitations. NC Programmer also selects program routines for the most efficient computer calculation of dimensional and machining requirements for each part as well as tests and modifies existing parts programs for engineering changes or program improvements. The NC Programming Engineer 5 position is considered the local authority and team leader with deep technical knowledge on a deployed multi-functional team.

Principal Accountabilities

1. Program rapid ply cutter (PRC) equipment to cut composite material in preparation of bonding operations.
2. Program laser projection equipment to define manufacturing build sequence and location of composite ply components.
3. Program 3-axis and 5-axis automatic tape laying equipment as well as trim and drill machine cells.

1. Program 3-axis and 5-axis machine centers used for fabrication of production components, repair components, and tooling details.
• Works under limited direction from Senior Manager of Process Engineering and program leadership in a team environment
• Skills should align with leadership of process development and management of team personnel related to NC programming development, process control, manufacturing support and related technical activities in a production environment:
  • Technical leadership and subject matter expert related to manufacturing, fabrication & assembly techniques, and related standards requirements with aerospace or similar industry. 
  • A team leader, accountable for implementation of NC programming from original concept through to production as well as managing change implementation and control.
  • Identifies and coordinates introduction of new technology in line with the assigned Program / Value Stream requirements. 
  • Ensures adherence to all applicable business & quality processes and procedures such as FAA, DoD, Export Control, ITAR, Nadcap, AS9100 and customer contractual requirements. 
  • Has advanced knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma Tools to predict and improve process yield. Experience with Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) tools is preferred. 
  • Has expert knowledge of Practical Problem-Solving techniques such as A3, 8D, 5 Why, Ishikawa Diagrams, and Pareto Analysis to determine the origin of a failure, its impact to overall business, and determine containment and countermeasure actions to eliminate recurrence of nonconformances. 
  • Accountable for metrics such as Product Safety, Quality (including yield, cost of poor quality, non-conformances), Delivery (completion of Process Engineering related activities in line with the agreed schedule), Recurring and Non-Recurring Costs. 
  • Is the primary technical representative for customer and supplier technical topics and reviews as required. 
  • Maintain positive team relationships with internal and external customers, as well as peers. 
  • Other related duties as required due to changes in business processes or customer requirements.

Experience and Education Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen or a Permanent resident per ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) guidelines.
• This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship or a foreign person per ITAR.
• The successful candidate will have a Bachelor of Science in a relevant field (such as mechanical, manufacturing or aerospace engineering). 
• Candidates having significant work experience in similar roles will be considered regardless of college education experience.
• A minimum of 15 years of related experience, including minimum of 8 years in production support.
• Knowledge of aerospace composites manufacturing including Epoxy, Bismaleimide (BMI) & phenolic.
• Ability to understand, communicate and present complex technical information to a wide audience.
• The candidate will be highly proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Self-motivated and able to proactively recognize and prioritize business needs for assigned team with minimal guidance.
• Experience in planning and manufacturing execution systems within aerospace fields is a plus.
• Experience in Computer Aided Design (CAD) is required. Experience with CATIA and/or 3DX is highly preferred.
• Expert understanding of engineering principles & practices such as geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, model definition, tolerance analysis, and engineering bill of materials.
• Working knowledge of basic Enterprise Resource Planning processes.
• Working knowledge of Process/Product Configuration Control and Change Management.
• Must possess effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to spend sitting at a workstation and using office equipment.
• May be required to walk or stand for brief periods.
• May be required to use stairs when elevator is not available.
• Must occasionally lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move up to 40 pounds of office supplies and materials.
• May be required to reach with arms and hands and to stoop, kneel or crouch.

What does Qarbon Aerospace have to offer?

• Company Paid Benefits
  • Basic Life Insurance 1x salary 
  • Short-Term Disability (STD) & Long-Term Disability (LTD)
  • Holidays
  • Flex Time Off
• Medical/Prescription Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance / Hospital Indemnity Insurance / Accident Insurance
• Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance
• Savings and Spending Accounts
  • Health Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Dependent Care FSA
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Immediate vesting on 401(k) Plans 
• Tuition Reimbursement