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CNC Machinist & Programmer III

Pittsburgh, PA

Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space. 

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies 

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart. You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers, and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality. If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager. 

Job Summary

Voyager Lunar Systems (formerly Astrobotic Technology) is seeking a CNC Machinist & Programmer to set up, operate, and optimize multi-axis CNC equipment to produce high-precision components. This includes 5-axis milling and CNC turning ranging from aluminum to superalloys. This machinist will go beyond running parts — they will provide direct machinability feedback to the design engineering team, influence tolerancing and feature geometry before designs freeze. This is a development environment where the right candidate will shape the machining strategy from the ground up.

Job responsibilities: 

  • Setting up and operating multi-axis CNC milling machines (3-axis through 5-axis) to produce precision components per engineering drawings and process plans
  • Setting up and operating CNC lathes and turning centers
  • Interpreting engineering drawings with complex GD&T requirements and planning machining sequences to achieve specified tolerances
  • Providing machinability feedback directly to design engineering — advising on tolerancing, feature accessibility, fixturing constraints, and material selection to improve producibility before designs freeze
  • Evaluating and recommending CNC machines for the long-term production equipment plan — assessing machine tool capability, work envelope, accuracy, and throughput against program requirements
  • Performing first-article machining for new part numbers — optimizing feeds, speeds, tool paths, and fixturing for challenging materials and geometries
  • Performing in-process measurements using precision instruments (CMM, micrometers, bore gauges, surface profilometers) and making offset adjustments to maintain tolerance
  • Supporting post-processing of additively manufactured parts including finish machining of AM-printed components to final dimensions
  • Maintaining tooling inventories, performing tool life management, and recommending tool selection for new applications
  • Documenting machining results, tool life data, and process parameters for production knowledge capture
  • Supporting process qualification and capability studies (Cp/Cpk) for critical dimensions
  • Maintaining equipment through basic preventive maintenance and identifying issues requiring maintenance support

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED; associate degree in machining technology or equivalent technical training preferred
  • 7+ years of hands-on manufacturing experience
  • 3+ years of experience working with multi-axis lathes and high-speed 5-axis mills producing complex parts with tight tolerances
  • 3+ years of experience machining hardened metals including nickel-based alloys, stainless steels, and high-temperature superalloys
  • Extensive experience with CNC controls, Fanuc preferred or equivalent platforms including Mazak, Okuma, Heidenhain, Siemens
  • Excellent blueprint reading skills including GD&T per ASME Y14.5; ability to interpret engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions, and test procedures
  • CAM software experience, preferably HyperMILL
  • CAD experience as it relates to CAM required
  • Proficiency with precision measurement instruments (micrometers, bore gauges, indicators, CMM operation, surface profilometers)
  • Ability to work effectively with close attention to detail in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment with rapidly changing roles and responsibilities
  • A continuous improvement mindset — our job is never complete; we are always optimizing
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • A demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with teams of multiple skills across large geographic distances
  • Exceptional organizational and analytical skills and a proven ability to drive complex projects with minimal oversight

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with aerospace structural components
  • Experience with CNC tube bending
  • Tooling and fixture design experience — ability to concept and specify work holding for complex geometries
  • Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts
  • Outside processing knowledge (heat treat, plating, coating, EDM, grinding, etc.)
  • Experience with post-processing of additive manufactured parts (finish machining AM components)
  • Experience with 5-axis simultaneous machining (DMG Mori, Hermle, Mikron, or similar)
  • Experience evaluating and selecting CNC machine tools for production — vendor assessment, capability studies, and factory acceptance testing
  • Familiarity with ISO9001 quality management systems

Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.  

  • Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees
  • Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long-term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll
  • 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long-term financial security
  • Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being
  • Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources
  • The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120–130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730–774), applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3). Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce. 

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The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice. 

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