Cnc Machinist / Programmer

About us.

Armor Australia is an established and leading designer and manufacturer of cutting-edge ballistic protection systems. We are an exciting and fast-growing organisation serving both domestic and export markets, including government, law enforcement, military, and other security sectors to support personal, platform and infrastructure protection requirements. 

The Adelaide branch of Armor Australia is a modern R&D and Engineering Facility, comprising of a small team of highly skilled, creative, innovative, and unique professionals.

The Role.

The opening of this combined CNC Machinist / Programmer position presents an exciting opportunity to obtain experience working within the Defence Industry. The role requires the following:

• Operating Pinnacle VMC 1100S (inc. 4 axis) with Mitsubishi Electric Meldas 60S controller.
• Generation of accurate, high-quality, and timely programs using CAM software for 3 and 4 axis machining centres.
• CNC milling and manual lathe operations.
• Design, model and program fixturing.

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience.

Trade or engineering qualifications are desirable but not essential. To be considered for this position, you will be required to demonstrate that you have the following skills and experience:

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the use of CNC programming and machining operations.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the use of CAD/CAM software.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in design, model and program fixturing.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret/read technical drawings.
• Knowledge of and commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Understanding of and experience with quality control procedures and systems (ISO9001)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of products.

Attributes.

The ideal candidate will also possess the following attributes to ensure the continued success of the R&D and Engineering Team, meeting company deadlines and ensuring quality standards are upheld:

• Diligent with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent time management.
• Ability to work to and achieve deadlines.
• Team player and willing to collaborate.
• Innovative and possessing a solution-based approach.
• Flexible and adaptable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Must acknowledge the significance of maintaining confidentiality to protect the technology and business interests of the company.
• Ability to pass a Police Check and Security Clearance if required.

What Success will Look Like.

Armor Australia is seeking the ideal candidate to join our Adelaide-based team. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to become an integral part of a company that prides itself on being an internationally renowned and respected designer and manufacturer of Defence Industry products and solutions.