CNC Programmer - Mill

· Develop, generate, validate, and maintain CMM and VCMM programs for aerospace components.

· Develop, generate, validate, and maintain CNC milling programs utilizing Mastercam or approved CAM software.

· Create setup sheets, tooling lists, work instructions, and support manufacturing documentation.

· Interpret engineering prints, CAD models, specifications, and GD&T

in accordance with ASME Y14.5 standards.

· Optimize machining strategies, tooling selections, and cutting parameters to improve efficiency and quality.

· Support machinists during setup, prove-outs, first-piece approvals, and production runs.

· Troubleshoot machining, tooling, fixture, and CNC program issues.

· Collaborate with Engineering and Quality to ensure manufacturability and conformance to customer requirements.

· Review and maintain program revision control and manufacturing documentation.

· Evaluate opportunities to reduce cycle times and improve repeatability.

· Support root cause investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement projects.

· Assist in determining appropriate machining methods and manufacturing processes for complex components.

· Validate first article and prototype production processes.

· Support customer audits, internal audits, and quality initiatives as required.

· Promote compliance with company safety policies, quality standards, and aerospace industry requirements.

· Complete additional duties and projects assigned.

Performance Expectations

· Development of accurate and repeatable CNC programs.

· Successful launch of new jobs and products.

· Reduction of setup time and machining cycle times.

· Reduction in scrap, rework, and production downtime.

· Consistent compliance with AS9100, customer, and internal quality requirements.

· Effective collaboration with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality teams.

· Timely resolution of programming and machining issues.

· Maintenance of organized and accurate program documentation.

· Continuous identification and implementation of process improvements.

· Consistent adherence to safety and quality standards.

· High school diploma or equivalent required.

· Associate degree in manufacturing technology, Machining Technology, Engineering Technology, or related field preferred.

· Minimum 5 years of CNC milling and programming experience required.

· Aerospace manufacturing experience is strongly preferred.

· Advanced proficiency with Mastercam or comparable CAM software required.

· Strong understanding of CNC machining principles, G-code programming, tooling, fixturing, and cutting parameters.

· Strong understanding of GD&T and ASME Y14.5 standards.

· Knowledge of AS9100 quality management systems.

· Experience with Haas, Mazak, Okuma, or similar CNC milling equipment preferred.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel and Word.

Additional Attributes

· Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

· Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

· Effective communication and teamwork skills.

· Dependable with excellent attendance.

· Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Compliance

· Ability to comply with and pass all required background check and drug screening requirements, including but not limited to pre-employment and random drug screening as required/requested.

Physical Activities & Working Conditions

The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative, but not exhaustive, of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

· Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds

· This position is performed in both office and manufacturing environments and requires regular interaction with production personnel, equipment, and machining operations.

· Requires prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, crouching, twisting, and repetitive hand movements.

· Regular use of computers, CNC controls, CAD/CAM software, and other manufacturing systems.

· Frequent reading and interpretation of blueprints, technical drawings, specifications, and production documentation.

· Requires effective communication with employees, customers, suppliers, and management through in-person discussions, phone conversations, and electro