CNC Programmer

Woodward L'Orange•Rockford, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Woodward is hiring a CNC Programmer at its Loves Park Campus. This role will be on 1st shift (Mon-Fri 7:00am-3:30am) and be responsible for ensuring the team operates in a safe and efficient manner, meets production goals while targeting quality expectations. This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee). Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.

Requirements

Proficient in writing, editing, and optimizing Gcode for 3 and 5 axis CNC milling and turning operations.
Skilled in creating and modifying toolpaths using industry standard CAD/CAM platforms such as Mastercam or Fusion 360.
Experienced in selecting and installing fixtures, workholding, and tooling to prepare CNC machines for production.
Able to accurately read and interpret engineering drawings, tolerances, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) symbols.
Competent in running and analyzing CNC simulations to validate toolpaths and detect potential collisions.
Knowledgeable about choosing optimal spindle speeds, feed rates, and depth of cut for various materials.
Proficient in using micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and coordinate measuring machines (CMM) to verify dimensional accuracy.
Understands machining characteristics and tooling requirements for metals, plastics, and composites.
Capable of identifying and resolving common programming and operational issues through established procedures.
Communicates technical instructions and setup adjustments clearly with machinists, engineers, and quality inspectors.
Must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR and EAR regulations.

Responsibilities

Develops CNC programs for multiaxis machining of precision metal and plastic components using CAD/CAM software based on engineering drawings and material specifications.
Performs machine setups by installing job specific tooling, fixtures, and workholding devices, and verifies alignment and calibration against setup instructions.
Executes test runs for newly programmed parts, monitors machine operations, and adjusts tool offsets and feed rates to achieve tolerance compliant dimensions.
Troubleshoots programming errors and mechanical inconsistencies by analyzing Gcode, reviewing toolpath strategies, and applying corrective modifications.
Maintains detailed records of program revisions, setup parameters, and inspection results in the CNC program library to support process consistency.

Benefits

401(k) match (4.5%)
Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities
12 paid holidays, including floating holidays
Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave
Paid parental leave
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits
Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
Member referral bonus
Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts, Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave