General Purpose:
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To serve as a CNC subject matter expert, specializing in troubleshooting, maintenance, and optimization of Nakamura-Tome and other complex CNC equipment. This role supports production by resolving advanced technical issues, enhancing preventive maintenance practices, and training maintenance staff, while providing on-site support to all Amphenol Aerospace facilities.
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Responsibilities:
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Advanced CNC Troubleshooting and Repair
- Serve as the highest-level technical resource for CNC equipment, with a focus on Nakamura-Tome machines.
- Diagnose complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control-system issues.
- Perform root-cause analysis and develop long-term corrective actions for recurring failures.
- Lead breakdown responses to minimize downtime.
Technical Training and Skill Development
- Train maintenance technicians in performing PM, routine repairs, calibration, and proper diagnostics.
- Assist training coordinator to develop and maintain technical documentation, work instructions, and training materials.
- Support maintenance supervisor in assessing technician skill gaps and recommending development plans.
Maintenance Improvement and Reliability Support
- Evaluate existing PMs for CNC assets and recommend changes to improve reliability.
- Support implementation of predictive maintenance methods.
- Participate in reliability initiatives such as root cause analysis.
Multi-Site Technical Support
- Travel to company other company facilities as needed.
- Provide advanced troubleshooting, machine recovery support, and hands-on training to local teams.
Continuous Improvement and Project Support
- Assist with machine upgrades, enhancements, and controls improvements.
- Support installation, commissioning, and acceptance testing for CNC equipment.
- Recommend improvements that reduce downtime and standardize maintenance practices.
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Competencies:
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- Advanced CNC diagnostics and repair.
- Mechanical/electrical systems expertise.
- Technical communication and documentation.
- Training and mentorship.
- Cross-functional collaboration.
- Problem-solving and root-cause analysis.
- Adaptability and independence.
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Education & Experience:
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Required
- 7+ years hands-on experience maintaining CNC machinery, with a strong preference for Nakamura-Tome.
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting capabilities.
- Demonstrated ability to teach, mentor, and upskill technical personnel.
Preferred
- Experience supporting multiple facilities or remote teams.
- Experience with predictive maintenance and reliability engineering practices.
- Background in machining, tooling, or CNC programming.
- Lean/TPM/RCM or continuous improvement exposure.
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Physical Requirements:
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- Must be able to sit, stand, or walk for prolonged periods of time.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds independently.
- Primarily on-site in a manufacturing environment.
- Frequent exposure to machinery, requiring PPE and adherence to safety protocols.
- Ability to travel by air and ground transportation for up to 1-2 weeks at a time to other company facilities in New York and Nogales, MX.
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Training & Development:
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- Advanced management and leadership training.
- Financial and resource management courses.
- Ongoing professional development in technical strategic skills.
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The Company With manufacturing sites in Sidney, NY, Mesa, AZ, Nogales, MX, and a Design Center in Pasadena, CA, Amphenol Aerospace Operations has been a leader in designing and manufacturing electrical components for the aviation and commercial airplane industry for 100 years. Focusing on serving the needs of advanced and challenging market segments, we pride ourselves on our consistent ability to innovate and provide the markets with new creative solutions. Working at Amphenol means you are recognized and valued for your contributions because we believe that our human capital is the most valuable asset we have. We support and encourage career development for all employees and have ample opportunities for advancement. We pride ourselves for being customer-centric, accountable, reliable, and enthusiastic in all that we do. These values are ingrained in each of us and contribute to a culture of teamwork and meaningful work. Amphenol offers a competitive salary and benefits. The candidate must be able to legally work in the United States; we are unable to provide sponsorship. This position requires access to controlled technology that is subject to US export controls. Qualified candidates must be a US person (including US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) or eligible to obtain required authorization(s) from the U.S. Government. Amphenol - Making History, Designing the Future
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Amphenol Aerospace
Dec 17, 2025