Aerospace CNC Programmer II: 5-Axis MasterCAM Expert

PMD Aerospace, LLC; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

PMD Aerospace, LLC in Santa Fe Springs seeks a detail-oriented CNC Programmer II to plan, create, and optimize CNC programs and tooling instructions for aerospace-grade production. The role focuses on developing detailed job plans, ensuring compliance with ITAR and AS9100, and driving continuous improvement in machining and planning processes.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience with MasterCAM, Vericut, and SolidWorks, and is capable of supporting machinists with setups and first

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years’ experience in CNC programming, aerospace preferred.
• Certificate or associate degree in CNC programming, machining, or a related technical field (or Bachelor’s degree in engineering).
• Or equivalent work experience

Responsibilities

• Program, validate, and optimize CNC machining processes using MasterCAM, Vericut, and SolidWorks.
• Plan jobs by developing machining sequences, tooling requirements, and setup strategies for multi-axis machining centers (vertical, horizontal, 5-axis, and mill-turn).
• Assist with manufacturing planning by creating or supporting detailed process plans to ensure efficient, repeatable production.
• Interpret technical drawings, specifications, and planning documents to create accurate CNC programs.
• Apply GD&T principles to ensure dimensional accuracy, manufacturability, and compliance with aerospace standards.
• Design and optimize tooling, fixtures, and production models.
• Support machinists with setups, first articles, and troubleshooting of programming, tooling, and process issues.
• Maintain compliance with AS9100/AS9102 standards, ITAR regulations, and proper documentation practices.
• Create and maintain system procedures to help standardize processes and drive continuous improvement across programming and machining operations.
• Develop and populate the CNC programming database, including tooling libraries, machining strategies, and best practices.
• Develop and maintain CNC machine posts for MasterCAM to ensure accurate code output and compatibility with shop equipment.
• Stay current with advancements in CNC programming, 3D modeling, and complex machining technologies.
• Demonstrate experience machining hard metals (preferred), with strong knowledge of proper tooling selection, feeds, and speeds to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and tool life.

Skills

CNC programming

MasterCAM

Vericut

SolidWorks

GD&T

5-axis

Tooling design

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree in CNC

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Technical certificate

Tools

MasterCAM

Vericut

SolidWorks

Job description

PMD Aerospace, LLC in Santa Fe Springs seeks a detail-oriented CNC Programmer II to plan, create, and optimize CNC programs and tooling instructions for aerospace-grade production. The role focuses on developing detailed job plans, ensuring compliance with ITAR and AS9100, and driving continuous improvement in machining and planning processes.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience with MasterCAM, Vericut, and SolidWorks, and is capable of supporting machinists with setups and first