Aerospace 5-Axis NC Programmer

ACL Digital; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ACL Digital is seeking an experienced Computer Numerical Control Programmer in Everett, WA to drive NC programming and setup documentation for complex 5-axis parts used in Boeing aerospace applications.

You will develop robust NC programs, create setup sheets, and use Vericut simulations to validate tooling and prevent collisions, while coordinating with planning, tooling design, and shop-floor teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years NC programming experience for production machining or equivalent.
• Experience programming 5-axis CNC machines for aerospace parts (aluminum and hard metals).
• Proficiency reading and interpreting engineering drawings, GD&T, and manufacturing documentation.

Responsibilities

• Create, verify, and revise Machine Control Data (MCD), tooling geometry, and setup documentation for multi-axis CNC machines (primarily 5-axis).
• Interpret drawings, planning docs, and manufacturing requirements to develop robust NC programs.
• Develop multiple setups and operations for complex geometries ensuring fixturing and tool selection support producibility.
• Produce clear setup sheets and operator instructions for safe operation.
• Use simulation/verification tools (Vericut) to validate programs and prevent collisions.
• Troubleshoot and iterate programs based on first-article inspections and shop-floor feedback.
• Coordinate with planning, manufacturing engineering, tooling design, and operators to optimize cycle times and reduce scrap.
• For Level 4: lead design of custom fixtures and tooling and define machining strategies across operations.
• Maintain program documentation and configuration control.

Skills

5+ years NC programming

5-axis programming

GD&T interpretation

CATIA NC programming

Vericut NC simulation

Education

AA degree or equivalent

Tools

CATIA NC programming

Vericut

Job description

ACL Digital is seeking an experienced Computer Numerical Control Programmer in Everett, WA to drive NC programming and setup documentation for complex 5-axis parts used in Boeing aerospace applications.

You will develop robust NC programs, create setup sheets, and use Vericut simulations to validate tooling and prevent collisions, while coordinating with planning, tooling design, and shop-floor teams.