Numerical Controller Specialist
Required Skills
Job Description
**Location:** Amarillo, TX \- Pantex Plant
**Job Title:** Numerical Controller Specialist
**Career Level From:** Associate
**Career Level To:** Senior Associate
**Organization:** HE \& Advanced Production (51454957\)
**Job Specialty:** Numerical Controller
**What You'll Do**
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Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmers develop and write programs for CMM machines using engineering specifications and drawings. This individual will be part of a team that is responsible for developing, maintaining, and improving processes for the manufacturing of inert components and/or develop, maintain and improve inspection programs of inert components. This position will primarily focus on CMMs, to include programming, procedure development, and daily interaction and troubleshooting for CMM work at the Advanced Fabrication Facility (AFF). Primary functions of this job include but is not limited to analyzing engineering drawings to determine type and sequence of inspection operations and develop inspection programs for machined and/or printed components. This position requires the ability to review and understand complex engineering drawings which includes understanding geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD\&T) principles and ability to create solid models from the drawings.**Minimum Job Requirements**
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* Bachelor's Degree
* OR Master's Degree
* **NOTE:** Applicants without a Bachelor's Degree may be considered based on a combination of 8 or more years of completed education and/or relevant experience
**Department Of Energy Order 426\.2A Requirements**
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* Not Applicable
**Preferred Job Requirements**
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* High School Graduate or Equivalent: Minimum 8 years of relevant experience (within the last 7 years)
* Applicants shall have experience reading and interpreting Geometric, Dimensioning \& Tolerancing (GD\&T) drawings. Applicants’ CMM experience shall be related to operation of CMMs. Must have two (2\) years of experience in PC\-DMIS CMM programming
* OR Applicants may be considered based on 8 years relevant experience satisfactory to line management in the performance of work as stated in the functions and responsibilities of this job description
* Thorough knowledge and operating experience of CMMs
* Thorough knowledge and operating experience of PC\-DMIS software
* Knowledge and understanding of Geometric, Dimensioning \& Tolerancing (GD\&T)
* Knowledge and understanding of CREO NC Software and ability to interpret 3D Computer Aided Designs (CAD) models
* Knowledge and understanding of typical computer applications such as Microsoft Office applications
* Provide feedback on CMM machines and manufacturing processes to engineering team to support future technical improvements
* Support engineering group with Digital Transformation improvement efforts, including Windchill Process Plans, ePDM implementation and configuration management of CMM programs
* Evaluate existing fixtures, tooling, and machining processes and identify and implement process improvements to optimize quality, productivity, and cost
* Create new and correct, modify, and rewrite existing CMM inspection programs from solid models and/or engineering drawings that are accurate, repeatable and minimize inspection time
* Interface with Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machine programmers and engineers during development of machining processes
* Understanding of production processes and ensure inspection methods align with manufacturing capabilities
* Assists and works with Engineering Technicians of all levels in the familiarization and performance of processes, techniques and procedures
* Hands\-on experience operating CMM and measurement tools is preferred
**\#JointheMission: Your Impact Starts Here**
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At Pantex, you won't just find a job—you’ll discover a career of purpose safeguarding national security through work performed nowhere else on Earth. We empower dedicated, innovative individuals like you to achieve their greatest impact surrounded by exceptional talent and limitless opportunities for professional growth.
When you \#JointheMission, you choose a lifetime career where your commitment is genuinely valued and rewarded. At Pantex, we believe that extraordinary talent thrives when supported by a balanced life. Discover the flexibility that empowers you to excel, coupled with a benefits package designed for your total peace of mind from comprehensive health coverage and robust retirement planning, to opportunities for continuous learning through education reimbursement.
**Notes**
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The minimum education and experience for the lowest career level in the job posting range are listed under Minimum Job Requirements. Successful candidates hired into a higher career level than the minimum in the range must meet the requirements listed in the jo
**Job Title:** Numerical Controller Specialist
**Career Level From:** Associate
**Career Level To:** Senior Associate
**Organization:** HE \& Advanced Production (51454957\)
**Job Specialty:** Numerical Controller
**What You'll Do**
------------------
Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmers develop and write programs for CMM machines using engineering specifications and drawings. This individual will be part of a team that is responsible for developing, maintaining, and improving processes for the manufacturing of inert components and/or develop, maintain and improve inspection programs of inert components. This position will primarily focus on CMMs, to include programming, procedure development, and daily interaction and troubleshooting for CMM work at the Advanced Fabrication Facility (AFF). Primary functions of this job include but is not limited to analyzing engineering drawings to determine type and sequence of inspection operations and develop inspection programs for machined and/or printed components. This position requires the ability to review and understand complex engineering drawings which includes understanding geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD\&T) principles and ability to create solid models from the drawings.**Minimum Job Requirements**
----------------------------
* Bachelor's Degree
* OR Master's Degree
* **NOTE:** Applicants without a Bachelor's Degree may be considered based on a combination of 8 or more years of completed education and/or relevant experience
**Department Of Energy Order 426\.2A Requirements**
---------------------------------------------------
* Not Applicable
**Preferred Job Requirements**
------------------------------
* High School Graduate or Equivalent: Minimum 8 years of relevant experience (within the last 7 years)
* Applicants shall have experience reading and interpreting Geometric, Dimensioning \& Tolerancing (GD\&T) drawings. Applicants’ CMM experience shall be related to operation of CMMs. Must have two (2\) years of experience in PC\-DMIS CMM programming
* OR Applicants may be considered based on 8 years relevant experience satisfactory to line management in the performance of work as stated in the functions and responsibilities of this job description
* Thorough knowledge and operating experience of CMMs
* Thorough knowledge and operating experience of PC\-DMIS software
* Knowledge and understanding of Geometric, Dimensioning \& Tolerancing (GD\&T)
* Knowledge and understanding of CREO NC Software and ability to interpret 3D Computer Aided Designs (CAD) models
* Knowledge and understanding of typical computer applications such as Microsoft Office applications
* Provide feedback on CMM machines and manufacturing processes to engineering team to support future technical improvements
* Support engineering group with Digital Transformation improvement efforts, including Windchill Process Plans, ePDM implementation and configuration management of CMM programs
* Evaluate existing fixtures, tooling, and machining processes and identify and implement process improvements to optimize quality, productivity, and cost
* Create new and correct, modify, and rewrite existing CMM inspection programs from solid models and/or engineering drawings that are accurate, repeatable and minimize inspection time
* Interface with Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machine programmers and engineers during development of machining processes
* Understanding of production processes and ensure inspection methods align with manufacturing capabilities
* Assists and works with Engineering Technicians of all levels in the familiarization and performance of processes, techniques and procedures
* Hands\-on experience operating CMM and measurement tools is preferred
**\#JointheMission: Your Impact Starts Here**
---------------------------------------------
At Pantex, you won't just find a job—you’ll discover a career of purpose safeguarding national security through work performed nowhere else on Earth. We empower dedicated, innovative individuals like you to achieve their greatest impact surrounded by exceptional talent and limitless opportunities for professional growth.
When you \#JointheMission, you choose a lifetime career where your commitment is genuinely valued and rewarded. At Pantex, we believe that extraordinary talent thrives when supported by a balanced life. Discover the flexibility that empowers you to excel, coupled with a benefits package designed for your total peace of mind from comprehensive health coverage and robust retirement planning, to opportunities for continuous learning through education reimbursement.
**Notes**
---------
The minimum education and experience for the lowest career level in the job posting range are listed under Minimum Job Requirements. Successful candidates hired into a higher career level than the minimum in the range must meet the requirements listed in the jo
Posted: 2026-03-31