Radiant Industries

Radiant Industries

CNC Machinist

El Segundo, CA · Contract

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 20 days ago
ERPHRISCATIASiemens NXFusion 360GD&TCAMProblem Solving

About the role

  • The company's first reactor, Kaleidos, is a 1-megawatt, fail-safe microreactor that can be transported anywhere power is needed and run for up to 5 years without refueling.
  • CNC Machinist Radiant is seeking an CNC Programmer and Machinist who will contribute to the development of our microreactor unit.
  • You'll be a key contributor to Radiant, programming, setting up, and operating CNC machines to produce precision components that power our most critical systems.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and optimize CNC programs for 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis mills, lathes, and multi-axis machining centers.
  • Set up and operate CNC equipment to validate new programs and processes.
  • Collaborate with design and manufacturing engineers to improve part manufacturability and reduce cycle times.
  • Troubleshoot machining and programming issues on the floor to maintain high-quality output and machine uptime.
  • Maintain adherence to safety and quality standards across all machining operations.
  • Support additional technician duties or cross-functional shop activities as needed based to achieve company priorities.

Requirements

  • Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as necessary to achieve company goals.
  • 5+ years of experience in CNC machining and programming in a precision manufacturing or aerospace environment.
  • Proficiency in CAM software (e.g., Mastercam, Siemens NX, Fusion 360, or CATIA).
  • Strong understanding of G-code, M-code, feeds, speeds, and toolpath strategies.
  • Ability to interpret complex technical drawings, GD&T, and 3D CAD models.
  • Proven ability to take a part from print to finished component.
  • Experience with 5-axis machining and post-processor development.
  • Familiarity with aerospace or high-performance hardware manufacturing.
  • Experience with exotic materials (e.g., titanium, Inconel, carbon composites).
  • Working knowledge of ERP/MES systems and digital manufacturing workflows.
  • Hands-on experience setting up and operating mills, lathes, and multi-axis machining centers.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Compensation

  • Total Compensation and Benefits

Benefits

  • 100% top tier plan coverage + 50% for dependents.
  • Voluntary life, accident, hospital, critical illness, commuter and FSA/HSA are offered as employee contributed benefits.
  • 8-weeks of paid parental leave for all parents.
  • Additional paid pregnancy leave for CA employees.
  • Flexible PTO policy.

Company info

  • recruiting@radiantnuclear.com.
  • We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
  • This position involves access to technology that is subject to U.S. export controls.
  • Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant's capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls.

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