Aerospace CNC Programmer — 3-Axis (5-Axis)

Epic Aircraft; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid medical, dental, &

401(k) with company match

Two weeks paid time off

Seven paid holidays

Discretionary year-end bonus

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Epic Aircraft in Bend, Oregon, is seeking a CNC Programmer to support machining of aircraft composite tools and parts. The role focuses on 3-axis programming with some 5-axis work, generating and proving CNC programs for WinCNC routers and DMS 5-axis routers, in collaboration with manufacturing, tooling, and engineering.

You will develop CAM toolpaths, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to quality, cycle time improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience programming CNC machines for composites.
• Strong CAM skills for 3-axis machining; 5-axis knowledge helps.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and 3D CAD models.
• Experience on shop floor with machinists.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain CNC programs for machining composite molds, trim tools, fixtures, and composite parts.
• Primarily program 3-axis jobs, with occasional 5-axis programming for complex geometries.
• Generate CAM from CAD models, ensuring proper toolpaths, cutter selection, feeds, and speeds for composites.
• Perform program prove-out, troubleshoot machining issues, and refine programs to improve quality and cycle time.
• Work with manufacturing to resolve issues related to part quality, surface finish, and dimensional accuracy.
• Apply best practices for machining composite materials (carbon fiber, fiberglass, core materials, tooling board, etc.).
• Maintain revision control and documentation for CNC programs and setup sheets.
• Support continuous improvement efforts related to machining efficiency, tool life, and scrap reduction.
• Other duties as assigned or required

Skills

CNC programming

CAM software

5-axis programming knowledge

Reading drawings & CAD models

Tools

WinCNC

Fagor CNC

Job description

Epic Aircraft in Bend, Oregon, is seeking a CNC Programmer to support machining of aircraft composite tools and parts. The role focuses on 3-axis programming with some 5-axis work, generating and proving CNC programs for WinCNC routers and DMS 5-axis routers, in collaboration with manufacturing, tooling, and engineering.

You will develop CAM toolpaths, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to quality, cycle time improvements.