CNC Programmer

Job Description

Location: Claremore, OK

Schedule: Monday – Friday

Overtime: Eligible

Compensation: $39/hr – $50+/hr

Position Summary

Pryer Aerospace is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to support complex, high-tolerance aerospace machining operations. This is a hands-on, high-skill programming role focused on creating, validating, and optimizing CNC programs for large, complex parts using advanced 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis machining. The CNC Programmer will work closely with engineering, machining, and quality teams to ensure precision, repeatability, and efficiency across aerospace programs supporting space, defense, and advanced aerospace applications. This role is not a machine operator or “button-pushing” position—it requires full ownership of CNC programs from development through production release.

What You’ll Do

Create CNC programs for 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis machining operations

Develop optimized toolpaths for aluminum and hard-metal aerospace components

Program and simulate machining operations using CATIA V5 and Vericut

Design tooling and fixtures as required to support complex machining

Build detailed setup sheets and machining documentation

Validate and release CNC programs to production

Troubleshoot and optimize programs to improve cycle time, quality, and efficiency

Collaborate with machinists, engineers, and quality teams to meet tight tolerances

Support root cause and corrective action activities related to machining issues

Maintain accurate datasets, drawings, and setup documentation

Provide programming support for large, complex parts and multi-axis machines

What You Bring

5+ years of CNC programming experience

Strong proficiency in CATIA V5 (approximately 5+ years)

Vericut experience (required; non-negotiable)

Hands-on experience programming multi-axis CNC machines

Ability to program aluminum and hard-metal aerospace components

Strong ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, GD&T, and surface finish requirements

Comfortable owning programs end-to-end in a fast-paced aerospace environment

Preferred Qualifications

Aerospace manufacturing experience

Experience with Fanuc, Mazak, Haas, Makino, or Siemens controls

Familiarity with Esprit (legacy support only; not required)

Associate degree, technical certification, or engineering background

Experience programming large parts (machines up to ~30 feet)

What You Get

Competitive hourly rate with overtime eligibility

Annual profit-sharing bonus

Mileage reimbursement for travel between Tulsa and Claremore

Company-provided laptop and programming tools

Opportunity to work on space, defense, and classified aerospace programs

Exposure to large, complex, high-visibility parts few shops can handle

Performance-driven culture that rewards high-impact contributors

Modern machines and advanced manufacturing capabilities

Long-term growth potential with increasing compensation for top performers

Full-time