Aerospace CNC Programmer - Composites & Tooling

Epic Aircraft, LLC; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Year-end bonus program

Company-provided work shirts

Training and advancement opportunities

Team environment and events

Job summary

Epic Aircraft, LLC in Bend, Oregon is seeking a CNC Programmer to join our aerospace manufacturing team. You will develop and maintain CNC programs for machining composite molds, trim tools, fixtures, and parts, primarily 3-axis with some 5-axis work, using CAM tools and WinCNC-based workflows.

We value hands-on, manufacturing-focused individuals who can read drawings, work with machinists, and support continuous improvement in cycle times and part quality.

Qualifications

• Experience programming CNC machines.
• Solid understanding of composite machining techniques.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and 3D CAD models.
• Strong proficiency in CAM software for 3-axis machining.

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 composite materials
• 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

Composite machining

Engineering drawings

Shop floor support

Tooling knowledge

Independent worker

Tools

WinCNC

DMS

Fagor

Job description

Epic Aircraft, LLC in Bend, Oregon is seeking a CNC Programmer to join our aerospace manufacturing team. You will develop and maintain CNC programs for machining composite molds, trim tools, fixtures, and parts, primarily 3-axis with some 5-axis work, using CAM tools and WinCNC-based workflows.

We value hands-on, manufacturing-focused individuals who can read drawings, work with machinists, and support continuous improvement in cycle times and part quality.