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CAD/CAM Programming and Design Trainer

University of Dayton Research Institute
Warner Robins, GA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/2/2026 CLOSED ON 4/30/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the CAD/CAM Programming and Design Trainer position at University of Dayton Research Institute?

Position Summary

Are you interested in taking your CNC Programing and machining skills to the next level? Do you like sharing what you know with others? Do you like to travel? UDRI is seeking a CAD/CAM Programming trainer to assist the Air Force Metal Fabrication and Technologies Office (AFMFTO) with their support of Air Force fabrication shops worldwide.

We are seeking an experienced Mastercam programmer to provide technical training in both CNC programming and CNC machine tool operations, onsite at Air Force locations both stateside and overseas. The selected candidate will also support the AFMFTO sustainment activities at the Advanced Technology and Training Center - Middle Georgia (ATTC-MG). This support will consist of interfacing with Engineers (USAF hardware owners and ATTC-MG) to provide guidance/advice on design for manufacturability, equipment and part set up, and machining. Provide guidance/advice on part processing/post processing. The candidate will also provide call-in support from Air Force metals shops for Mastercam, SolidWorks, and Haas machine troubleshooting as required.

Minimum Qualifications

P2 Minimum Qualifications:

▪ BA degree.

▪ Minimum of 3 years’ experience with machining. Setup and operation of 2, 3, 4 and 5-axis CNC machines (i.e. Lathe, Mill, Wire EDM), including at-machine program edits.

▪ Minimum of 3 years’ experience with Mastercam programming of 2, 3, 4 and 5-axis CNC machines (i.e. Lathe, Mill, Wire EDM).

▪ Minimum of 3 years’ experience with SolidWorks 3D CAD software to model and reverse engineering obsolete parts.

▪ Minimum of 3 years’ experience in interacting with design and manufacturing engineers and other technical personnel, providing guidance around design for manufacturability.

▪ Prior experience training or mentoring others in Mastercam programming and CNC machine tool operations.

▪ Ability to read technical drawings.

▪ Possess an understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerances (GD&T)

▪ Experience using precision measurement equipment, such as outside micrometers, Vernier calipers, dial indicators, optical comparators, etc.

▪ Self-starter with ability to operate with minimal supervision.

▪ Effective verbal communication skills with team members at all levels

▪ Organizational skills

▪ Able to lift fifty (50) pounds.

▪ Able to travel (25-50%) of time. Includes both stateside and internationally.

▪ Possess a valid passport or ability to obtain a passport within sixty (60) days of hire.

▪ Valid drivers license with low risk driving record.

▪ Due to the requirements of our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be a U.S. citizen.

P3 Minimum Qualifications - Must meet requirements for P2 in addition to:

▪ Minimum of 6 years’ experience with machining. Setup and operation of 2, 3, 4 and 5-axis CNC machines (i.e. Lathe, Mill, Wire EDM), including at-machine program edits.

▪ Minimum of 6 years’ experience with Mastercam programming of 2, 3, 4 and 5-axis CNC machines (i.e. Lathe, Mill, Wire EDM).

▪ Minimum of 6 years’ experience with SolidWorks design software to model and reverse engineer obsolete parts for aircraft and equipment.

▪ Minimum of 6 years’ experience in interacting with design and manufacturing engineers and other technical personnel, providing guidance around design for manufacturability.

Preferred Qualifications

While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:

▪ Bachelor’s degree in technology field or equivalent work experience.

▪ Possess a Mastercam Training certificate.

▪ Possess a SolidWorks Training certificate.

▪ Possess an understanding of additive manufacturing equipment and processes.

▪ 3 years’ experience in programming, set-up, operation and troubleshooting Additive Manufacturing equipment (i.e. Stratasys Polymer 3D Printers, EOS M290 printing system)

▪ Possess a Geometric dimensioning and tolerances (GD&T) certificate.

▪ 3 years’ experience delivering training in a formal educational setting for both Mastercam programming and CNC machine tool operations.

Special Instructions To Applicants

To apply please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet.

Closing Statement

Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the dignity of every human being. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity in all of its forms, achieve fair outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. The University is committed to policies of affirmative action designed to increase the employment opportunities of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in compliance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1973.

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