Aerospace CNC Programmer: 5-Axis Mastercam Expert

Pankl Aerospace; Cerritos (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Pankl Aerospace Systems in Cerritos, CA is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer to develop and maintain CNC programs for precise aerospace components. You will plan contour paths, select tooling, set up methods, and ensure parts meet tight tolerances in collaboration with Production and Engineering.

The role requires 5+ years in metal cutting, experience with Mastercam, multi-axis mill-turn and lathe programming, and familiarity with Vericut.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in the metal cutting industry (machining).
• Experience using Mastercam or equivalent software.
• Knowledge of multi-axis CNC mill-turn programming, plus lathe and 4-5 axis mill programming.
• Experience with verification software such as Vericut or Crash Guard.
• Familiarity with Siemens, Mazak, Mori-Seiki, or similar machine controls.
• Familiarity with AS9100, flight safety requirements, 5S, and CI practices.
• Ability to conform to shifting priorities with analytical problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform CAM and machine programming, CAD fixture and tooling design, operator support and supplier liaison, time/cost estimation.
• Analyze drawings and data to determine cuts, tools, and speeds/feeds.
• Evaluate part design requirements and materials for CNC approach.
• Select cutting tools and parameters for parts and materials.
• Prepare CNC setup documents with tooling and instructions.
• Observe machine operation on trial runs to prove programs.
• Revise and improve programming; analyze set-ups and tool selections.
• Design fixtures, clamps, and work-holding methods.
• Increase shop productivity by improving existing programs.
• Promote and follow shop safety practices.

Skills

CNC programming

Multi-axis CNC

Lathe programming

CAM experience

Analytical problem solving

Tools

Mastercam

Vericut

Job description

Pankl Aerospace Systems in Cerritos, CA is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer to develop and maintain CNC programs for precise aerospace components. You will plan contour paths, select tooling, set up methods, and ensure parts meet tight tolerances in collaboration with Production and Engineering.

The role requires 5+ years in metal cutting, experience with Mastercam, multi-axis mill-turn and lathe programming, and familiarity with Vericut.