Aps 4/5-6 (S&t Level 3-4) - Advanced CNC Mechanical

2 days ago


Edinburgh, Australia Australian Government Department of Defence Full time

$71,207 - $97,790 (plus Super)
- Edinburgh - SA

**The Role**
Research Engineering (RE) are looking for 2 suitably qualified and motivated CNC Machinists to join our Mechanical Fabrication team specialising in research and prototyping manufacturing.

Reporting to the Leader of Mechanical Fabrication (LMFAB) and the Leader of Precision machining (LPM), the successful applicants will work under general direction and have demonstrated experience and knowledge in conventional and advanced CNC Machining.

Position Duties
The successful applicants will have the ability to undertake the following to achieve outcomes and supply solutions required by DST and Defence clients:

- Carry out complex mechanical fabrications using computer numerical control (CNC) and manual machining.
- Interpret technical drawings, sketches and CAD models to successfully manufacture prototype mechanical components.
- Have an excellent working knowledge in the computer aided manufacturing discipline, to achieve ideal strategy for multi axis tool paths at complex levels.
- Experience in working to engineering specifications.
- Manufacturing jigs and fixtures to complete complex fabrication tasks.
- Accurate work planning, materials and time estimation.
- Willingness to learn new technology in our manufacturing facility.

**About our Team**
Operations Enablement Division (OED) has a workforce of engineers, technicians, computer scientists and other professional staff who deliver a wide range of highly specialised research services and innovative solutions which underpin the operational capability of DST. OED’s work areas undertake a broad, on demand and dynamic array of functions to keep DST at the forefront of research and development. OED’s work areas include:

- Scientific computing and DST’s eResearch strategy;
- Development and acquisition of a world-class secure High Performance Computing (HPC) Capability for advanced modelling and simulation;
- Nationally recognised and unique research engineering capabilities;
- Specialised research safety, resource management and security services to assure sovereign S&T capabilities for Defence;
- Development and implementation of DST’s research infrastructure strategy; and
- Research Engineering (RE) - Research Engineering provide professional and advanced manufacturing to DST to enable delivery of products, prototypes and models for research, development and experimentation. RE fuses talented professional engineering and technical staff with world’s best design software and cutting edge fabrication capabilities. Through design, fabrication and prototyping, RE facilitates the transition of applied research to industry for production of military capability.

We are looking for motivated Machinists who’ll be able to understand the needs of our varied customers and stakeholders and produce results according to their requirements.
- Extensive industry experience with advanced 3-4-5 Axis CNC programing and operating.
- Previous experience in programming & operating Fanuc, Mazak, Heidenhain & Siemens controlled CNC Machines.
- Siemens NX or VISI CAM programming experience.
- Proven ability to operate effectively in a multi-disciplined team, contributing positively to team outcomes and working relationships.
- Willingness to grow knowledge through training and mentoring other staff on technical issues.
- Demonstrate positive APS behaviours such as diligence, professionalism, integrity and accountability.
- An understanding of Quality Management Principles, WHS Principle and workplace practices.



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