Why Pioneer
- 4th‑generation family company serving power generation, defense, and aerospace.
- Mission: keep critical rotating equipment running — from turbines to defense platforms.
- Team culture built on communication, continuous improvement, and craftsmanship.
Learn more about our work: Pioneer and PMB Machine Works.
The Challenge
Bring complex 5‑axis setups to life — quickly, safely, and to print — while finding smarter ways to remove time from the cycle.
What You’ll Tackle
- Set up and operate 5‑axis CNC equipment to produce/repair fluid film bearings, seals, and aerospace/defense components.
- Translate route sheets, blueprints, sketches, and verbal guidance into efficient setups (including right‑angle head work).
- Use geometric and mathematical reasoning to plan, verify, and adjust machining strategies.
- Hold tight tolerances using micrometers, calipers, surface gauges, and dial indicators.
- Edit and optimize G‑code at the machine; document all changes in the control.
- Escalate risks to quality, delivery, or customer requirements and help drive corrective actions.
- Recommend tooling, fixture, and procedural improvements to reduce run time and improve repeatability.
- Confidently interpret complex technical drawings and specifications.
- Safely rig, load, and unload heavy parts with overhead cranes.
Must‑Have Background
- 5‑axis setup/operation proficiency; journeyman‑level capability desired.
- Trade/technical schooling or 5+ years related experience (or equivalent blend).
- Comfort with company, customer, and governmental specs/regulations.
- Hands‑on with DMG MORI, Okuma, Hyundai, Fanuc (and similar) platforms.
- Strong communicator with the ability to present to managers and collaborate cross‑functionally.
- Applied math skills across proportions, percentages, area, circumference, volume; algebra and geometry.
- Working knowledge of manufacturing/repair for fluid film bearings.
- Familiar with machining processes: cutting fluids, surface finishes, tolerances, turning, drilling, milling, and abrasive processes.
- General knowledge of steels, nonferrous metals, and alloys; aerospace background is a plus.
Bonus Skills
- Problem‑solving mindset with a continuous improvement focus.
- CAD/CAM programming experience.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Independent, self‑directed work style.
- Proficiency with Microsoft and general computer literacy.
Proficiencies We’re Looking For
- CNC Programming
- CAD Software
- AS9102
- ITAR Compliance
- Journeyman’s License
- G‑Code
- ISO 9001 Certification Experience
- CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
- Machine Setups for Production Runs
- Manual Machining Skills
- CAD/CAM Software
- AS9100 Experience
- ITAR Registration Experience
- Tool/Die/Mold Setup Experience
- Blueprint Reading
Equipment You’ll Run
- CNC Mill (3–4 axis VMC): Fanuc, Mazak, Okuma, DMG Mori Seiki
- CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC): Fanuc, Mazak, Okuma, DMG Mori Seiki
- CNC Lathe (5+ axis): Mazak, Okuma, DMG Mori Seiki
- CAD & CAM software
Total Rewards
- Overtime at 2x pay; vacation and holiday hours count toward overtime.
- Three medical plan options; Pioneer pays 95% of employee premiums and contributes significantly to family premiums.
- HSA contributions: $2,000 (individual) and $4,000 (dependent plans); FSA available.
- Revive supplemental health membership: zero‑cost access to 1,000+ generics, free primary care telehealth, mental health support, health/wellness coaching, and access to discounted GLP‑1 weight‑loss medications.
- Dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k) safe‑harbor match; additional ancillary benefits.
- Vacation: 2.5 weeks to start; 3 weeks after year 3; scales up to 6 weeks.
Work Setting & Physical Demands
- Indoor machine shop setting.
- Frequently lift/move up to 50 lbs.
- Regular stooping, bending, crawling, reaching, standing, and walking.
- Ability to read, write, speak, hear, focus, and process complex technical data.
Join a Team That Values You
If you take pride in precision setups and want your work to power grids and protect missions, apply today. We’re looking for the best — if you’re still building up experience, keep growing and check back soon.