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CNC ProgrammerProgram the Future of Aviation: Bring Precision, Innovation, and Expertise to Every Part You Create

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading organization in the aviation industry to hire an experienced CNC Programmer in Wichita, KS. If you're passionate about advanced manufacturing, precision machining, and transforming engineering concepts into high-quality aerospace components, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact on one of the world's most innovative industries.

Position Details

• Job Title: CNC Programmer

• Location: Wichita, KS

• Schedule: Monday through Friday

• Employment Type: Full-Time Consultant

• Pay Rate: Competitive hourly pay

Make an Impact Where Precision Matters

As a CNC Programmer, you'll play a critical role in supporting aerospace manufacturing operations by developing and optimizing CNC programs that produce complex, high-precision aircraft components. Your expertise will directly contribute to manufacturing efficiency, product quality, and the continued advancement of aviation technology.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge equipment, collaborate with skilled manufacturing professionals, and help shape the future of aerospace production.

What You'll Do

As a key member of the manufacturing team, you will:

• Program a variety of CNC manufacturing equipment, including:

  • 3-axis and 5-axis machining centers

  • CNC lathes

  • CNC routers

• Use CAD/CAM systems to convert engineering drawings and change orders into machine-ready G-code.

• Develop, modify, and optimize CNC programs to improve efficiency and accuracy.

• Ensure all machine programs reflect current engineering revisions and specifications.

• Program future production jobs while supporting active machining operations.

• Review and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and GD&T requirements.

• Inspect and evaluate production parts to ensure compliance with blueprint specifications.

• Complete all required programming, production, and process documentation accurately and on time.

• Support the design, construction, repair, and improvement of fixtures, jigs, and specialty tooling.

• Assist with preventive and corrective maintenance activities for manufacturing equipment as needed.

• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve technical challenges and improve manufacturing processes.

Required Qualifications

We're looking for professionals who bring:

• 10+ years of CAD/CAM programming experience in a manufacturing environment

• Strong ability to read and interpret:

  • Blueprints

  • Technical drawings

  • Engineering documentation

  • GD&T specifications

• Experience programming CNC machining centers, lathes, and related manufacturing equipment.

• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to precision manufacturing.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Knowledge of machining equipment, tooling, machine operation, and basic maintenance practices.

• Understanding of safe manufacturing and workplace practices.

• Ability to interpret technical information and production requirements.

• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles used to create precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

Preferred Qualifications

Ideal candidates may also possess:

• Aerospace or aviation manufacturing experience.

• Experience programming complex 5-axis machining operations.

• Knowledge of tooling and fixture design.

• Continuous improvement and process optimization experience.

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities in a production environment.

• Experience supporting high-precision, low-tolerance manufacturing operations.

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we're committed to connecting talented professionals with industry-leading organizations that are driving innovation and excellence. When you join this opportunity, you'll enjoy:

• The chance to work with a recognized leader in the aviation industry.

• Exposure to advanced aerospace manufacturing technologies and processes.

• A collaborative culture that values expertise, precision, and continuous improvement.

• Opportunities to tackle challenging, technically complex projects.

• Professional growth and skill development in a highly specialized field.

• A Monday-Friday schedule that supports work-life balance.

• The opportunity to contribute to products that help shape the future of flight.

If you're looking for a role where your programming expertise directly influences quality, efficiency, and innovation, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for.

Ready to Take Your CNC Programming Career to New Heights?

Bring your CAD/CAM expertise, machining knowledge, and passion for precision manufacturing to an industry that demands excellence.

Apply today with PDS Tech Commercial and help build the next generation of aviation technology as a CNC Programmer in Wichita, KS.

Pay Details: $60.00 to $66.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
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