Aerospace Mastercam Programmer — 2nd Shift

Molex; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Molex in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Mastercam programmer to develop, optimize, and maintain milling programs for high-precision aerospace components. You will generate toolpaths from drawings and CAD models, select tooling, and ensure GD&T compliance.

In this 2nd shift role (3:30 PM–2:00 AM, Mon–Thu), collaborate with machinists, engineers, and quality teams to drive efficiency and accuracy on the production floor, with a focus on first article inspections and production validation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience utilizing Mastercam
• 3+ years of CNC programming experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience creating and editing Mastercam programs for CNC mills
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings
• Experience applying GD&T principles in a manufacturing environment
• Experience using precision measurement equipment, including calipers, micrometers, and gauges

Responsibilities

• Develop, create, and maintain programs for milling equipment
• Utilize Mastercam software to generate toolpaths and machining programs from engineering drawings and CAD models
• Interpret blueprints, GD&T requirements, specifications, and manufacturing documentation to create accurate programs
• Select tooling, cutting parameters, workholding methods, and machining strategies for production processes
• Support machine setup, program prove-out, and troubleshooting activities on the production floor
• Modify and optimize existing programs to improve machining efficiency and reduce cycle times
• Verify program accuracy through simulation, first article inspections, and production validation
• Maintain program documentation, tooling records, and revision control requirements

Job description

Molex in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Mastercam programmer to develop, optimize, and maintain milling programs for high-precision aerospace components. You will generate toolpaths from drawings and CAD models, select tooling, and ensure GD&T compliance.

In this 2nd shift role (3:30 PM–2:00 AM, Mon–Thu), collaborate with machinists, engineers, and quality teams to drive efficiency and accuracy on the production floor, with a focus on first article inspections and production validation.