CNC Programmer/Engineer at Union Technologies (Dallas, TX)

Union Technologies· Dallas, TX·18h ago

Role details

Work type

Onsite

Employment

Full-Time

Job description

Union Technologies is reindustrializing America’s defense manufacturing base with a first-of-its-kind Factories-as-a-Stockpile™ model, integrating advanced robotics, manufacturing, and software into sovereign factory systems at scale. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, UNION is dedicated to restoring America’s industrial strength and guaranteeing deterrence for the century ahead. We recently emerged from stealth with $50M in funding led by top-tier venture investors and strategic partners. Read more in our Press Release Job Summary We’re looking for a battle-ready Manufacturing Engineer (CNC Operations) who thrives in the chaos of high-volume precision machining. You’ll own CNC process development, path planning, and tool optimization across a fleet of multi-axis machines—engineering components that defend the U.S. homeland with precision measured in microns. If you can plan complex toolpaths, tune feeds and speeds by instinct, and make machines sing under pressure, we want you in the fight.

Key Responsibilities

Lead CNC path planning and G-code generation for high-precision parts (lathe work required; 5-axis a plus).
Program and optimize CNC operations in Mastercam—from toolpath strategy to post-processing.
Select and qualify cutting tools, inserts, and materials for maximum performance and efficiency.
Design and validate custom workholding and fixturing to reduce setup time and increase throughput.
Analyze cycle times, tool wear, and process variation across multiple machines to drive improvements.
Integrate and optimize robotic part loading/unloading systems and automated machining cells.
Troubleshoot CNC, tooling, and programming issues in real time with production teams.
Create and maintain setup sheets, standard work instructions (SWIs), and process documentation under ISO 9001 standards.
Partner with maintenance and engineering teams to support factory acceptance testing (FAT) and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent experience). Experience: 5+ years in CNC machining environments with proven high-volume production optimization.

Deep experience in lathe operations; exposure to 5-axis machining highly desirable.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple machines and custom workholding setups.

Technical Skills:

Mastercam (mandatory).
G-code creation and modification (Fanuc, Siemens, or Okuma controls).
Tool selection and material optimization for steels, alloys, and high-temp materials.
Process troubleshooting and cycle-time reduction.
CAD/CAM integration using SolidWorks or AutoCAD.

Work Style: Hands-on, detail-obsessed, and relentless in pursuit of efficiency. Soft Skills: Analytical thinker; collaborative under pressure; strong communicator on the shop floor.

Preferred Qualifications

Okuma control experience (a plus).
Exposure to integrated robotics and automated machining cells.
Familiarity with ERP/MRP and DNC systems.
Background in defense, aerospace, or high-precision manufacturing (preferred but not required).

Work Environment You’ll be embedded in our CNC operations center—surrounded by high-speed machining, robotics integration, and a team obsessed with operational excellence. Some travel may be required for supplier qualification and equipment commissioning.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Paid time off + holidays
Career growth in a fast-scaling defense manufacturing startup

Why work at Union Technologies

Culture: Merit‑based, flat hierarchy, high autonomy with high standards. “Precision over flash” – results speak. Direct, disciplined, collaborative environment.
Work that matters: Directly contribute to national security and industrial sovereignty; projects have real‑world impact.
Growth: Structured mentorship, early ownership of meaningful work, advancement tied to grit and performance.
Work environment: On‑site at secure facilities in Dallas, TX and San Jose, CA. Expect a mix of engineering, machining, and operations roles.
Perks: Not detailed publicly, but the culture emphasizes purpose, accountability, and a strong team ethos rather than flashy perks.

About Union Technologies

Company Overview

One-liner: Union Technologies builds modular, autonomous, and intelligence-driven factories for the West, designed for rapid retooling and production of defense and mission-critical systems.
Entity Type: Private (Series A)
Headquarters: Dallas, Texas, USA
Founded: Not publicly available
Founders: Not publicly available

Core Business

Primary industry/industries: Defense manufacturing, industrial automation, military hardware production
Target customers: U.S. and allied governments, defense contractors, mission-critical supply chains (B2G / B2B)
Mission or purpose statement: Deterring adversaries forever by forging factories that learn, adapt, and accelerate production for modern conflict and commercial complexity.

Products & Services

Faction (Command Platform): A software system that unifies planning, execution, and oversight using autonomous decision-making agents; replaces disconnected legacy systems with real-time, common-data-model operations.
Fabric (Execution Layer): Software that turns disconnected machines into responsive, self-describing systems with version-controlled configurations, instant rollback, and simulation tools for faster commissioning.
Factory-as-a-Stockpile™: The core product – full reconfigurable, autonomous factories that continuously improve through feedback loops, designed for rapid output of munitions and mission-critical components.

Market Standing

Valuation: Not disclosed
Key Metric: Series A funding raised (amount not publicly available); 33 open positions listed across Dallas, San Jose, and other locations as of mid-2026.
Notable Investors/Partners: Black Flag VC (hosts Union’s job board; likely investor or close partner). Additional investors not publicly disclosed.
Growth Signals: Rapid hiring (33 positions in engineering, manufacturing, operations); dual location expansion (Dallas HQ + San Jose software office); focus on onshoring defense manufacturing for the West.

Competitive Advantages

Factories-as-a-Stockpile™ concept – factories designed as strategic infrastructure that compound intelligence, not just capacity.
Software‑defined manufacturing – Faction and Fabric create real‑time, autonomous feedback loops, enabling rapid retooling and continuous improvement in ways traditional factories cannot.
Defense‑first focus – built from the ground up for high‑consequence missions, meeting security and reliability requirements from day one.
Hardened integration – combines advanced software, robotics, AI, and industrial operations under one roof.

Strategic Focus

Scale production capacity for 155mm rounds and next‑gen components; expand footprint to support allied defense needs.
Deepen autonomy in factory operations through AI and machine learning on the shop floor.
Partner with U.S. government and allied militaries to reduce reliance on overseas supply chains.

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