CNC Programmer
About The Position
We are seeking a skilled CNC Programmer to join our team. This role involves developing, optimizing, and maintaining CNC programs for multi-axis machining centers in a precision machining environment. You will be responsible for determining tooling strategies, cutting parameters, and work holding solutions to maximize productivity and quality. The position requires program proof-outs, first article inspections, and process validation. You will also support continuous improvement initiatives, collaborate with various departments to resolve manufacturing issues, and create manufacturing documentation. A strong understanding of GD&T and the ability to interpret aerospace drawings are essential. The role also includes producing SolidWorks models and establishing manufacturing processes.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Minimum 5 years of CNC programming and manufacturing engineering experience in a precision machining environment.
- Proven ability to apply practical and advanced manufacturing technologies. This includes applying the principles, techniques and procedures required to design and create a manufacturing process to produce various aircraft parts and assemblies utilizing various equipment available.
- Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing an effective, efficient manufacturing process.
- Experience programming 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC Machining centers.
- Strong understanding of GD&T (ASME Y14.5)
- Ability to read and interpret aerospace drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
- Experience with process development, routing creation, and manufacturing planning.
- Knowledge of aerospace materials including aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, Inconel, and specialty alloys.
- Experience selecting tooling, feeds, speeds, and machining strategies for complex components.
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems and electronic manufacturing documentation.
- Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
- Experience with various CNC equipment (Vertical Mills, Horizontal Mills (including 5 axes), Lathes with live tooling and various manual equipment.
- Extensive experience with SolidWorks and/ or NX for 3D modeling, design, and manufacturing support.
- Advanced CAM programming experience using Gibbs CAM, Siemens NX, Mastercam, or equivalent software. NX preferred.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while meeting production deadlines.
- Capability to work within a team environment.
- Attention to details characteristics.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting AS9100 and customer quality requirements preferred.
Responsibilities
- Develop, optimize, and maintain CNC programs for multi-axis machining centers.
- Determine tooling strategies, cutting parameters, and work holding solutions to maximize productivity and quality.
- Perform program proof-outs, first article inspections, and process validation.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on cycle time reduction, setup reduction, and cost savings.
- Collaborate with Technical Planning, Quality, and Production to resolve manufacturing issues and improve throughput.
- Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, setup sheets, work instructions, and tooling lists.
- Support MRB, corrective actions, and root cause investigations related to machining operations.
- Utilize GD&T requirements to ensure manufacturability and compliance of machined components.
- Produce SolidWorks models from existing aircraft drawings.
- Establish Mfg. required processes including any allowances for special processing or future assembly.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
