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Numerical Control Engineering Line Supervisor

Y-12 National Security Complex
tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Tennessee, Oak Ridge
Mar 25, 2026
Location:Oak Ridge, TN Job Title: Numerical Control Engineering Line Supervisor Career Level From: Supervisor Career Level To: Organization: Numerical Control Engineering (50014029) Job Specialty: Core Engineering What You'll Do First level Supervisor providing leadership, supervision, and oversight to Numerical Control Engineers responsible for the development of Numerical Control (NC) Programs for machining operations. The machining NC programmer is responsible for creating and developing the code that directs Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines to perform tasks like cutting, drilling, or milling materials. They also optimize machining processes to enhance efficiency and product quality. The machining NC programmer is a specialized programmer who creates NC programs to control a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM), essentially instructing the machine how to precisely measure the dimensions and geometry of a physical part using automated probing techniques, all based on numerical data and precise instructions within the program. Both machining and inspection programmers collaborate with engineers, machinists, and other personnel to ensure the highest quality and continuous improvement in our weapons production processes. Responsible for maintaining safe working conditions and safety awareness, flow down of goals, expectations, and priorities and integrating work within the supervised organization. Monitors department workload to ensure staff is cognizant of schedule, and technical commitments. Will help development department level NC engineering training and ensures employees have completed assigned trainings. Advises management of staffing needs necessary to address both forecast and emerging workload. Provides input to management on budgets, proposals, cost estimates, schedules, and related documents required to meet customer needs. May be required to provide and/or prepare technical presentations and reports. Upholds optimal quality standards while adapting to evolving technology to retain technical relevance and to avoid encroaching obsolescence of equipment. Identifies crucial skills needed within the NC Engineering technical organization and configures the structure to provide resiliency in the group and promote employee growth. What You Can Expect Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global security Top-notch, dedicated colleagues Generous pay and benefits with a stable organization Career advancement and professional development programs Work-life balance fostered through flexible work options and wellness initiatives Minimum Job Requirements Bachelor of Science in Engineering/Physical Science [Chemistry, Physics, or related] from an Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited program in the United States or designated equivalents from Canada or Mexico, the Washington Accord, or the list of substantially equivalent as documented by ABET AND 5 years of relevant experience. Preferred Job Requirements Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from an EAC/ABET accredited program in the United States or designated equivalents from Canada or Mexico, the Washington Accord, or the list of substantially equivalent as documented by ABET with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience and 2 years of supervisor experience. Experience in an NRC or DOE regulated environment Demonstrated skill in effective planning, writing, organization, communication, schedule compliance, and management of technical issues Requires a Q clearance; however, all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required. Position may require entry into Materials Access Areas (MAA) and participation in the Human Reliability Program (HRP). If HRP is required, candidate must complete a counterintelligence-scope polygraph, pursuant to 10CFR 709. Medical requirements may apply. Why Y-12? You get #morethanajob. We encourage employees to achieve a healthy personal balance among home, work and the community. One of the ways we embrace work-life balance is by offering flexible work arrangements that provide alternatives to the traditional workweek, while still meeting business needs. Top talent and personal commitment mean more to our success than any other factors, so we reward our people with the kinds of benefits that make a positive difference in the quality of their lives. Benefits such as: medical plan, prescription drug plan, vision plan, dental plan, employer matched 401(k) savings plan, disability coverage, education reimbursement and many more. Want to stay healthy and fit but hate the cost of a gym membership? Take advantage of one of our onsite workout facilities and eat healthy in our onsite cafeterias. Much more than a workplace, at Y-12, you can build a career that lasts a lifetime. 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 job leveling charts for the career level into which they are being hired. If a range of Career Levels is posted, i.e., Senior Associate to Senior Specialist, internal applicants already in one of the Career Levels would come across at their current Career Level. Internal applicants currently in a lower level Career Level would move to the lowest posted Career Level. Requires a Q clearance; however all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required. This position may require entry into the Material Access Areas (MAA) and participation in the Human Reliability Program (10 C.F.R. Part 712), which requires successful competition of a DOE counterintelligence evaluation and may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination. This position may be categorized as a "designated position" identified by 10 C.F.R. Part 709, requiring successful completion of a DOE counterintelligence evaluation that may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination. CNS is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical, drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification. CNS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, disability or veteran status.