CNC Programmer

At a Glance

Company: Colinear Aerospace

Location: Sparta, New Jersey

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay Range: Competitive / DOE

Shift: Day Shift

Overtime: As needed

Experience Level: Mid–Senior

Industry: Aerospace

Quality System: AS9100 Rev D ISO 9001:2015

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Why This Role Exists

The aerospace industry demands absolute precision — and that's exactly where this role comes in.

Colinear Aerospace continues to grow its aerospace programs and invest in advanced machining capabilities. This CNC Programmer position exists to support new and existing production by developing accurate, efficient, and repeatable CNC programs while improving manufacturing methods and supporting the shop floor.

This is a hands-on programming role with real ownership — not a desk-only position.

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The Work You'll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

Develop, write, and optimize CNC programs for new and existing aerospace products

Support production with on-the-floor troubleshooting and process improvements

Create and refine manufacturing methods, routers, and setup documentation

Collaborate closely with machinists, quality, and engineering to ensure smooth production

Maintain full traceability and documentation in compliance with AS9100 requirements

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce cycle time, scrap, and variation

You'll be directly involved in how parts are made — from print to production.

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Machines, Controls & Software

You'll work with tools and systems including:

CAD: SolidWorks

CAM: ESPRIT

ERP: JobBOSS

Inspection & Quality: AS9100-compliant documentation and processes

Experience with both mills and lathes is expected.

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Materials You'll Work With

Aluminum

Stainless Steel

Aerospace alloys

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What We're Looking For

Required:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field)

3+ years of CNC machining and programming experience

Strong understanding of CNC mills and lathes

Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T

Experience supporting production in a regulated manufacturing environment

Strong communication skills and attention to detail

Preferred (Not Required):

Aerospace machining experience

Fixture and workholding design experience

Proven success improving cycle times and standardizing processes

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30 / 90-Day Success Expectations

First 30 Days

Learn JobBOSS ERP and begin creating job routings

Gain familiarity with existing CNC programs and processes

Design a fixture or jaws for an active project

Develop a plan to increase monthly programming output

By 90 Days

Produce 8–10 CNC programs per month

Standardize tooling and workholding where possible

Apply best practices (including AI-assisted workflows) within ESPRIT

Deliver fully configured 3D models for production use

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Why Machinists & Programmers Like Working Here

Aerospace work where quality actually matters

Strong engineering-to-shop-floor collaboration

Investment in modern software, tooling, and continuous improvement

Clean, organized AS9100-certified facility

A team that values precision, accountability, and craftsmanship

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Pay & Benefits

Competitive compensation based on experience

401(k)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

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