Manufacturing Technician

Are you an experienced manufacturing technician that is ready for something completely different? We have a unique and challenging position that may be right for you.

CRG is an aerospace and defense company located in Miamisburg OH. We design and manufacture a wide range of low and medium-rate products across our core areas: aerospace systems, power & energy, advanced materials & manufacturing, and human health & AI.

We are expanding our machining operations, which currently include a Haas 5-axis mill and a 3-axis CNC router. The Machinist will leverage their experience to work with our engineers to design parts, then independently set-up the job, including design/build fixtures and programming. This position requires a high level of independent thought and execution combined with good communication and collaboration skills.

The Machinist may also support manufacturing efforts across other equipment in our clean and constantly expanding shop spaces. Some of the equipment includes: Bridge Port mill; drill press; TIG, MIG, and oxy-acetylene welders; plasma cutter; CNC-routers; FDM, SLA, SLS, and Roboze additive manufacturing printers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Qualified Candidates will be able to support the following:

• Independently set-up and machine parts on Haas vertical machining center and CNC router, including design + build fixtures, CAM on-machine programming, tool selection, set work offsets, and perform dry runs
• Execute manufacturing operations within allotted timeframes and budgets
• Troubleshoot machine issues
• Exhibit safe machining practices
• Collaborate and effectively communicate with designers and engineers on part design to ensure manufacturability
• Contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives
• Verify dimensions and alignment using measuring instruments, such as micrometers, height gages, gage blocks, and other inspection equipment.
• Leverage strong understanding of machining various part configuration and features
• Leverage experience to machine various materials, including aluminum, titanium, stainless steels, engineering plastics, and composite materials
• Interpret complex engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications typical in aerospace and component manufacturing

To be successful in CRG Defense’s corporate culture, Qualified Candidates must also be able:

• Perform in the dynamic environment of a growing small business by adapting to changing needs
• Communicate and collaborate in a multi-disciplinary, team oriented environment
• Apply proactive and reactive problem-solving skills: Be a self-starter

• Apply a get-it-done, and get-it-done-right mindset coupled with attention to detail

Requirements

• Exclusive US citizenship is required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance is required
• Minimum 10 years industry experience with 5 axis CNC machines in a high precision manufacturing environment preferred; aerospace or defense industry is a plus
• Proficient in on-machine CAM programming and modifying toolpaths directly at the control interface (e.g., Heidenhain, Siemens, or FANUC systems)

Benefits

Eligible employees of CRG Defense have access to a wealth of health, wellness, and work-life balance benefits, including:

· Medical, dental, and vision insurance

· PTO: 5 weeks of annual paid time off

· Paid holidays (federal holiday schedule)

· Family-friendly schedule flexibility

· Health savings account (HSA)

· Flexible savings account (FSA)

· Short- and long-term disability

· Group term life

· Voluntary term life

· 401(k) retirement account with employer match contribution

· Wellness incentive opportunities

· Casual, flexible, and hybrid 50/50 work environment (based on position responsibilities)

· Free coffee and soft drinks in the office

· Social events

· Free parking

Salary Range: $60,000 - $85,000 depending on experience

OUR COMPANY

CRG Defense, near Dayton, Ohio, is an Aerospace and Defense company that develops and delivers innovative, customer-focused technology solutions.

When you join our dynamic and rapidly-growing organization, you will collaborate closely within our multi-disciplinary team of Engineers and Scientists to rapidly develop and demonstrate innovation across a broad range of technology areas, including our core business areas:

Aerospace Systems
quiet electric propulsion; electric aircraft systems; design-build-fly prototypes

Power and Energy
battery technology; portable power systems; power conversion, management, and distribution; vehicle electrification

Advanced Materials and Manufacturing
composite design and fabrication; high temperature material and process development

Human, Health and AI
Patient care; wearables; environment monitoring and protection, and ML/AI development

The environment is dynamic but highly flexible with many exciting problem-solving opportunities and room to define future areas of technical growth for the organization.

WHO ARE WE?

CRG Defense’s multidisciplinary team has successfully tackled our customers’ most challenging problems with discipline, creativity and flexibility in core business areas including aerospace systems, power and energy, advanced materials and manufacturing, and Human, Health, and AI. This has resulted in CRG Defense being recognized as a leader in innovation, in technology commercialization, and in providing a work environment that is deeply rewarding. Because of the nature of our work, exclusive U.S. citizenship is required for employment, and employees may be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance. To learn more about us, please visit: .

OUR VALUES

Our employees are our most important assets. Our team mentality is key to our success. We value:

-Honesty and Integrity

-Respect and Dedication

-Innovation and Collaboration

-Humility, Agility, and Will

We run fast but value work-life balance and flexibility. Our entrepreneurial / intrapreneurial mindset fosters our growth.

CRG Defense is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.