CNC Programmer (Onsite)
About The Position
Join Collins Aerospace in York, Nebraska as a CNC Programmer and help shape the future of precision manufacturing. In this role, you’ll program complex parts for both 2‑axis and advanced 5‑axis machining, working hands-on with an impressive range of equipment. You’ll have the opportunity to collaborate closely with operators and process engineers, refining programs, improving workflows, and supporting the creation of defect‑free parts. With ongoing upgrades to our NX software and continued investment in new equipment, this is an opportunity to push your programming skills, grow with a cutting‑edge site, and directly influence the quality and efficiency of our manufacturing operations.
Requirements
- Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field
- Demonstrated ability to apply mechanical principles to practical tasks and problem-solving.
- Proven capability to develop creative or non-standard technical solutions within engineering or manufacturing environments.
Nice To Haves
- 5 years of machining experience
- Basic proficiency in G‑code programming for CNC and other automated machining equipment.
- Practical experience operating or programming mills, lathes, and grinding equipment.
Responsibilities
- Programming with NX CAD/CAM software for 2 axis machines as well as 5 axis machines.
- Working with machines such as: Makino HMC’s and VMC’s, Mori HMC’s and VMC’s, Mazak vertical 5-axis, Okuma lathes, Multus mill turning, Index turning, Swiss turning, and more to come.
- Working with materials such as: Tool Steel, aluminum, 15-5 stainless steel, cast iron, 4140, 9310, Nitronic 60, 300M, and more.
- Tolerances: Range from +/-.020 to .0002 total.
- Software: NX. We are currently running 2506 but will upgrade as new platforms become available.
- Programming with NX CAD/CAM software
- Communicate program adjustments across teams and operators to improve processes and workflows
- Work effectively with Process Engineering in the design of defect-free parts
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
- Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
- Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
- Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
- Adoption Assistance
- Autism Benefit
- Employee Assistance Program, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
- Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
- Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
- Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
- Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
