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CNC Programmer/Rapid Prototype Machinist

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FightLite Industries

Melbourne, FL (In Person)

$88,400 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 1 day ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/7/2026

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Job Description

CNC Programmer/Rapid Prototype Machinist Melbourne, FL 32901 $30
  • $55 an hour
  • Full-time $30
  • $55 an hour
  • Full-time If you're a creative and motivated CNC Programmer and experienced metal machinist who enjoys rapid prototyping and bringing inventions and new products to life, then this opportunity might be your ideal career move!
ARES Defense Systems, Inc. (dba FightLite Industries) is a privately held company that designs and manufactures lightweight and technologically advanced firearms and firearm accessories for Military, Law Enforcement, US civilian shooters and Foreign Governments. Now in its 29th year in business, ARES Defense Systems is located on the USA's Space Coast in Melbourne, Florida. All ARES Defense products are 100% invented, designed, and manufactured in the United States of America. ARES Defense Systems, Inc. is hiring full-time, Senior/Expert Level CNC Programmers for a facility in Melbourne, Florida. Career opportunity to earn top industry pay plus benefits depending on experience, responsibilities and skill level. Healthy, Clean and Climate Controlled work environment! Candidates will conduct actions associated with the rapid and accurate design and manufacturing of tooling, fixtures and precision-machined components. Position requires advanced knowledge of solid modeling, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), current manufacturing technologies and best practices, production methods and procedures, and parametric (macro) programming of multi-axis CNC turning and machining centers. Candidates must be alert, punctual, reliable, results-driven and capable of delivering in-spec products on time.
Responsibilities:
Responsible for the timely, accurate and efficient programming of multi-axis
MAZAK CNC
turning, Mill/Turn and multi-axis machining centers including
INTEGREX 200
with sub-spindle/lower turret, VCN-510 vertical mills with A-axis rotary tables, Mazak Horizontal mills with live B axis, Fanuc Robotics, Fanuc RoboDrills, Haas VF series Expert Level proficiency with MasterCam, CamWorks, Fusion 360 or other programming software is a MUST (A candidate highly skilled in the efficient use of an alternate programming software may be considered). SolidWorks proficiency is a MUST Proficient with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) Proficient with Metrology (CMM, in-line gaging, surface plate, air gaging, etc.), and GD&T application Analyze work-holding requirements and develop component process plans with minimum number of setups Develop the methods, operational sequences, equipment, layout and tooling for the precision machining of components produced from raw stock, forgings, castings and MIM Assure clearances between machine spindles, tool holders, parts and fixtures Load programs. Analyze MAZATROL and G-code programs, adjust speeds, feeds, tooling and operating sequences as needed Evaluate and improve manufacturing and work-holding methods for CNC operations Develop CNC methods, process prints and writes operator plans, describing in detail the methods established Develop time standards and assists in monitoring and improving efficiency of current production Assists in department layout and facilities planning Assists in creating cost savings and participates in continuous improvement activities Assists with both short and long term planning activities Assist in current and future capital tooling justifications. This is a "hands on" position and the ideal candidates are alert, punctual, organized and results-driven team players with exceptional mechanical aptitude and extensive machine shop knowledge.
Qualifications:
US Citizen, or a documented non-citizen (hablamos Español) with a valid work visa No criminal history High School Diploma or G.E.D. Direct experience programming multi-axis, CNC vertical and horizontal machining and turning centers. MAZAK and HAAS proficiency is
REQUIRED
Minimum of 5-10 years of verifiable experience in precision CNC machine shop environment producing precision machined components for the defense, aerospace, aircraft, medical or marine industry Computer skills including Word, Access and Excel. ARES Defense Systems, Inc. offers top industry pay and a highly competitive compensation package that is commensurate with the candidate's education and experience. Additional employment benefits include health insurance, vision, dental, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays and production bonuses.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$30.00
  • $55.
00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance Vision insurance Ability to
Commute:
Melbourne, FL 32901 (Required) Ability to
Relocate:
Melbourne, FL 32901: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
In person

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