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PCC Aerostructures manufactures world-class assemblies and components for the global aerospace market.

PCC Aerostructures now includes more than 35 plants in the U.S, Europe and Asia with over 5500 employees and has ambitious growth plans. Plant’s locations include Washington, Utah, California, Oklahoma, Kansas, Texas, Ohio, Canada, Mexico, the UK, and China.

Progressive was founded and incorporated in 1971 in Arlington, Texas. Heroux-Devtek Inc. purchased Progressive in 2004 who helped to expand the site which has doubled its manufacturing footprint and more than doubled sales and employee base. In August 2012, Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC) acquired Progressive. In January 2022 Progressive merged with ADI, Aerospace Dynamics Inc. and now ADI Progressive is one of the largest footprints within the Aerostructures Division of PCC.

Predominantly, a provider for large, highly complex machined parts, kits and assemblies for OEMs and large Tier One providers for both military and commercial market segments. Progressive is a 140,000 square foot facility.

The NC Programmer develops solutions to a wide range of complex machining problems, requiring ingenuity and innovation. The NC Programmer is responsible for defining and developing the machining process for complex aerospace parts, working with both hard and soft metals. The primary deliverable of the NC programmer is comprehensive NC programs and detailed support documentation for set-up and running parameters. The NC Programmer works in an Integrated Product Team (IPT) environment working with both external and internal customers.

The NC Programmer will report to the Director of Engineering.

• Understand, adhere, and demonstrate to the company’s commitment to QUALITY and SAFETY!
• Work with the IPT, including Manufacturing Engineers and Design Engineers, to plan the manufacturing process.
• Responsible for defining the machining process, determining multiple position processes resulting in an efficient process that produces quality parts.
• Responsible for selecting machine tools and cutting tools to result in the best performance of the machining process.
• Design fixtures and create reference geometry for the machining process.
• Responsible for providing detailed machining instructions for the operations team including set-up, cutting tool definition, and in-process inspection.
• Responsible for managing and maintaining NC programs and cutting tool assemblies and lists.
• Verify NC programs using simulation software (i.e. Vericut and ThirdWave Production Module).
• Responsible for supporting First Article machining and iterative updates based on shop feedback.
• Responsible to work in an IPT environment including customers, internal team members and suppliers. An NC Programmer must be able to work collaboratively and communicate effectively to achieve the program goals.
• Other related duties as assigned

• Minimum 3 years of experience developing multi-axis NC programs for hard or soft metal.
• Proficiency in the use of CATIA software is required for the performance of the NC Program functions.
• Comprehensive understanding of cutting tool applications, including proper definition of speeds, feeds, depth of cuts, and chip load is required.
• Experience using CAM simulation software is preferred, specifically CGTech Vericut.
• Proficiency with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) is required.
• The ability to estimate scope/size of a task, manage multiple tasks and work to a schedule is required.
• Must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills necessary to effectively interface with all levels of the IPT, including the ability to exchange detailed written and verbal information communicated in English.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience programming and proving machined parts in a manufacturing environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred.

• May be required to move items up to 35 pounds.
• Daily duties may require sitting, standing, bending, squatting, reaching, pushing, pulling, operating, and manipulating hand tools.
• Daily duties may require extended duration of walking.
• Exposed to a Manufacturing setting with heavy machinery.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability – not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.

We are constantly searching for the best talent and offer excellent development programs for recent graduates as well as meaningful work experience for those still studying.