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CNC Programmer / Manufacturing Engineer

We're hiring a CNC Programmer for a modern, engineering-driven manufacturing company focused on aerospace, defense, and other highly complex precision-machined components. We believe great manufacturing starts with great engineering, world-class programming, and automation that allows our machinists to focus on making exceptional parts.

This is not a traditional programming role. We're looking for someone who can take ownership of the entire manufacturing process-from customer model and drawing review through process development, first article approval, and production release.

If you're currently programming complex aerospace, defense, medical device, or high-precision components and want to work with cutting-edge equipment, advanced automation, and a growing engineering-focused organization, we'd like to speak with you.

You'll have the opportunity to work with:

• Siemens NX CAM
• Hermle 5-Axis Machining Centers
• Heller Horizontal Machining Centers
• Zayer Large-Format Machining Platforms
• DN Solutions Machining Centers
• Siemens Sinumerik & Heidenhain Controls
• Wenzel CMM Systems
• Keyence Inspection Technology
• Lang & FCS Modular Workholding
• Haimer Tool Presetting Systems

What You'll Do:

• Develop CNC programs using Siemens NX CAM for complex 3-axis, 4-axis, 5-axis, simultaneous 5-axis, and mill-turn applications
• Own manufacturing process development from model review through production release
• Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) activities including manufacturing planning, tooling strategy, workholding concepts, setup development, and first article execution
• Translate engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and customer requirements into repeatable manufacturing processes
• Create setup sheets, tooling documentation, work instructions, and process documentation
• Support fixture and workholding development using modular and custom fixturing solutions
• Partner closely with machinists during prove-outs, first articles, troubleshooting, and production launches
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on cycle time reduction, setup reduction, tool life optimization, and process stability
• Work closely with Quality, Engineering, Operations, Customers, and Suppliers to ensure successful execution of complex programs
• Mentor machinists and junior programmers on machining strategy and process discipline

Requirements

• 10+ years of CNC programming experience in a precision manufacturing environment
• Proven experience programming complex 5-axis and/or mill-turn machining centers
• Expert understanding of GD&T, engineering drawings, and manufacturing process development
• Ability to take a part from model and print review through first article and production release
• Siemens NX CAM experience
• Aerospace, defense, medical device, or other high-precision manufacturing experience
• Experience with AS9100 environments, first articles, and NPI programs
• Familiarity with Siemens, Heidenhain, Fanuc, Mazak, or Okuma controls
• Experience machining titanium, stainless steel, nickel alloys, or other difficult materials
• Exposure to automation, probing, on-machine inspection, or lights-out manufacturing
• Experience mentoring machinists or junior programmers

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Professional development, technical training, and advancement within a growing organization