Senior Manufacturing Engineer – CNC Programming (Aerospace)

DRT Holdings, LLC•Sidney, OH

About The Position

We are hiring a Senior CNC Programmer / Manufacturing Engineer with strong Siemens NX (Unigraphics) CAM programming experience for aerospace manufacturing. This role involves 3, 4 & 5-axis CNC programming, toolpath development, and machining strategy for complex, tight-tolerance aerospace components. Work includes GD&T-driven manufacturing environments, CNC milling processes, simulation, and prove-outs. This is a true engineering ownership role—not a programming support function. You will influence how complex aerospace components are manufactured from concept through production, directly impacting efficiency, quality, and capability.

Requirements

5+ years CNC programming experience (3-axis minimum)
Siemens NX (Unigraphics) experience – required
Strong GD&T and blueprint reading
Experience building programs from scratch
Strong understanding of machining processes, tooling, and materials

Nice To Haves

5-axis CNC programming experience
Aerospace manufacturing experience
Mastercam or AutoCAD experience
Lean / continuous improvement experience
ERP/MRP system exposure

Responsibilities

CNC programming using Siemens NX (NX Unigraphics)
Develop 3, 4 & 5-axis CNC programs
Interpret blueprints and GD&T
Drive tooling selection, speeds/feeds, and cutting strategy
Support simulation, prove-outs, and troubleshooting
Improve cycle time and machining efficiency
Create setup sheets and process documentation
Support AS9100 aerospace quality standards

Benefits

Work on high-impact aerospace and defense programs
Advanced CNC machining technology and metrology systems
Strong focus on Lean manufacturing and Industry 4.0 transformation
Collaborative, high-performance engineering culture
Career growth into: Manufacturing Engineer, Advanced Manufacturing / Automation roles

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