CNC Programmer

Job Description

Position: CNC Programmer & Setup Specialist – Milling / Mastercam / Planning

We are a well-established, fast-growing precision manufacturing company specializing in complex, tight-tolerance components for the aerospace and defense industries. We’re currently looking for a driven and experienced CNC Programmer & Planner to join our team in a full-time, long-term role. This is a great opportunity for someone passionate about precision machining and eager to contribute to a team focused on quality and innovation.What You’ll Do:

You’ll wear multiple hats in this role, including programming, setup support, and process planning. Your expertise in Mastercam and multi-axis milling will play a key role in helping us deliver top-tier parts to our clients.

Core Responsibilities:

Create CNC programs for 3-, 4-, and 5-axis vertical and horizontal milling machines using Mastercam.

(If applicable) Program CNC lathes with live tooling and multi-spindle configurations.

Interpret and analyze customer-supplied 2D drawings and 3D CAD models to generate precise tool paths.

Develop machining strategies and time estimates for planning and quoting purposes.

Design custom fixtures and select appropriate tooling to ensure optimal setup and production.

Collaborate with machinists during setup to troubleshoot issues and validate programs.

Convert engineering data into structured CNC operations, ensuring consistent documentation and file management.

Maintain an organized library of CAD/CAM files, tool paths, and setup instructions.

Evaluate machining processes and offer improvements for quality, efficiency, and repeatability.

Provide technical support to the production team, offering mentorship and guidance when needed.Qualifications:

Minimum of 5 years' experience in CNC programming, preferably with complex aerospace components.

Proficiency in Mastercam for milling (3-, 4-, 5-axis required; lathe experience is a plus).

Ability to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings and apply GD&T principles.

Strong understanding of machining practices for aerospace alloys (titanium, Inconel, stainless steel, etc.).

Familiarity with G-code and Fanuc, Siemens, or Mazatrol controls.

Experience with SolidWorks and/or CATIA preferred (including file conversions such as IGES or STEP).

Knowledge of feeds, speeds, and tool selection specific to aerospace-grade materials.

Capable of designing workholding and custom tooling for low-volume and repeat jobs.

Basic computer proficiency (email, Excel, file management on a network).

Ability to work from blueprints or 3D models and troubleshoot issues on the shop floor.

Previous estimating experience is a plus (setup time, cycle time, tooling needs).

U.S. citizenship or permanent residency is required for ITAR compliance.

Full-time