Senior CNC Programmer
About The Position
Inversion is an aerospace and defense company pioneering advanced reentry technology. Headquartered in Los Angeles, it designs, manufactures, and integrates spacecraft, including Arc, for rapid global cargo delivery, hypersonic testing, and national security missions. The Senior CNC Programmer supports the development and production of precision aerospace components through hands-on CNC programming, machining optimization, and collaboration with engineering and quality teams. The role turns complex designs into reliable, repeatable manufacturing processes in a fast-paced startup environment. The position requires in-office presence at the company headquarters in Playa Vista, California. The California hourly rate is $40.00–$60.00. Individual pay is determined case by case based on factors including interview and assessment results, job-related skills, education, experience, certifications, abilities, and internal equity. The role requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government Secret or Top Secret security clearance. ITAR compliance requires U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent resident status, protected-individual status, or eligibility to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations.
Requirements
- Typically 5+ years of CNC programming experience in aerospace or high-precision manufacturing.
- Experience programming multi-axis CNC machines, including 5-axis machines.
- Experience with lathe programming.
- Proficiency with Mastercam CAM software.
- Strong understanding of GD&T and tight-tolerance machining.
- Experience machining aluminum alloys, titanium, and/or nickel-based superalloys.
- Ability to support machine setup and on-the-floor troubleshooting.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government Secret or Top Secret security clearance.
- Meet ITAR eligibility requirements: be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a startup or rapid product development environment.
- Familiarity with AS9100 or similar aerospace quality systems.
- Experience with both milling and turning operations.
- Knowledge of probing, in-process inspection, or automation.
- Ability to mentor junior programmers or machinists as needed.
Responsibilities
- Program 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC mills and/or CNC lathes for aerospace components.
- Develop and optimize CNC programs for tight-tolerance, high-complexity parts.
- Select tooling, fixtures, and machining strategies to meet quality and cycle-time goals.
- Support machine setups, prove-outs, and first-article runs.
- Troubleshoot machining issues and support continuous improvement efforts.
- Work with design and manufacturing engineers to provide design-for-manufacturing feedback.
- Interpret complex engineering drawings, CAD models, and GD&T.
- Support rapid prototyping and frequent design iterations.
- Assist with transitioning parts from prototype to production.
- Follow aerospace quality standards and internal manufacturing procedures.
- Support inspections, first-article inspections (FAIs), and resolution of non-conformances.
- Maintain accurate documentation of programs and setup sheets.
- Contribute to process improvements that increase efficiency and repeatability.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
