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Who is Senior plc?

Senior plc is an international, market-leading, engineering solutions provider with 26 operating businesses in 12 countries. Senior designs, manufactures and markets high-technology components and systems for the principal original equipment producers in the worldwide aerospace, defense, and land vehicle and power & energy markets. The Group is split into two divisions, Aerospace and Flexonics, servicing five key sectors.

Our global values underpin what we do, and how we do it ...

Safety - Integrity - Customer Focus - Respect & Trust - Accountability - Excellence

Who is Senior Aerospace Spencer?

Senior Aerospace Spencer is an engineer-driven organization focused on high-pressure hydraulic fluid fittings for use in commercial and military aerospace applications. We specialize in source-controlled, standard, and proprietary fittings. Senior Aerospace Spencer also identifies solutions for fluid conveyance challenges related to fitting applications. Our engineering capabilities include conceptual design assistance, modeling, testing and qualification. Our senior engineering professionals are active members of the SAE G3 Fluid Fitting committee and are recognized industry-wide for their expertise.

What does the job involve?

The CNC Programmer has responsibility for creating Computer-Numerical-Control programs (CNC) utilizing Computer-Aided-Manufacturing (CAM) software for manufacturing equipment (CNC Lathes 2X, CNC Mills 3X, CNC Multi Spindle Lathes 7X) in support of the Product Realization Process. Plans and executes CNC programming, tooling technology, and manufacturing strategies supporting the production of products within the company. Supports Manufacturing and Quality Department personnel related to CNC programs and production processes, within or outside the organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Under general supervision, must be able to perform a variety of job duties including, but not limited to:

• Plans, develops, maintains, and provides CNC programming support for manufacturing products utilizing CAM software (MasterCam and/or PartMaker) in accordance with product requirements, shop drawings, or instructions.
• Develops, maintains, and provides CNC program geometries, CNC tool paths, fixturing, jaws, and 3D solid models in support of Manufacturing, CNC Programming, and Inspection functions.
• Works closely with Planning, Manufacturing, and Quality to provide engineering technology and CNC support for products and manufacturing processes.
• Plans, maintains and provides tooling technologies & efficiencies, manufacturing strategies, and improvement opportunities in production.
• Provides technology advancements, studies, and ideas to improve the manufacturing process, including lean manufacturing philosophies (i.e. removing waste, reducing costs, and improving throughput).
• Develop and maintain standard work, work instructions, and written materials to support the control and standardization of CNC programming information in the manufacturing process.

Education and/or Experience:

• Desired Education; College degree, Vocational Certificate, or equivalent work experience in CNC/CAM programming of lathes and mills.
• Qualifications: 3+ years minimum in a manufacturing environment utilizing CNC/CAM software.

Required Skills:

• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Prior experience in a rapid growth environment
• Working knowledge of CNC programming with 3D solid models CNC/CAM/CAD (MasterCam, PartMaker, SolidWorks, or SpaceClaim, preferred).
• Knowledge of Fanuc CNC programming language, standard G code programming.
• Working knowledge and experience ("hands-on") with CNC Lathes (2x, 2.5x), CNC Mills (3x), CNC Multi Spindle, Multi Turret Lathes 7x).
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task, working in a team environment.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, detail oriented, organization skills.
• Experience in reading and interpreting engineering blueprints & drawings.

Physical Requirements:

• Standing/Walking: May need to stand or walk for extended periods, especially when monitoring or setting up machines on the production floor.
• Sitting: Prolonged periods of sitting at a computer workstation for programming tasks and data entry.
• Manual Dexterity: Use of hands and fingers to handle tools, operate touch screens, input devices, or make fine machine adjustments.
• Lifting/Carrying: Occasionally lift or move items up to 25 pounds (e.g., machine parts, tools, materials).
• Bending/Kneeling/Crouching: May be required when performing machine setups, troubleshooting, or maintenance checks.
• Vision Requirements: Close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus to read screens, drawings, and precision instruments.
• Hearing: Must be able to hear alarms, instructions, or machine sounds that indicate performance or malfunction.
• Climbing: Occasionally climb stairs or ladders to access certain parts of the equipment or control panels (depending on machine size).
• Environmental Tolerance: May work in environments with exposure to noise, vibration, dust, lubricants, and varying temperatures.

Working Pattern: 8:00am - 5:00 pm

Annual Rate: $60,000-90,000/yr.

Trade Compliance Statement Access to our facilities is restricted under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to U.S. Persons (U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, U.S. Nationals, U.S. refugees, asylees, or temporary residents under amnesty provisions ), and to properly licensed foreign persons. Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment will be required to provide information to determine whether they are subject to these regulations and, if so, to assess their country of chargeability for export control purposes. Additionally, potential employee names will be screened against the Consolidated Screening List (maintained by the United States government) to determine eligibility to receive controlled technical data.

To ensure there is no unexpected delay to your start date with our Company and due to the potential need to obtain an export license, we would like to promptly assess whether such a license is needed to access our facility and/or systems.  Such licenses can take several weeks/months to obtain from the U.S. Government. Our Trade Compliance department may reach out to you with a Licensing Assessment form, which we request you kindly complete and return as soon as possible.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. EOE M/F/D/V/VEVRAA Federal Contractor