Aerospace NC Programmer — 3/5-Axis Machining + CATIA

Suzanne Snell; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Suzanne Snell is seeking an experienced NC Programmer to develop and maintain CNC programs for 3-axis and 5-axis machining in a fast-paced aerospace environment. You will create programs from drawings and models, ensuring manufacturability with tight tolerances in a high-precision shop.

You will collaborate with manufacturing teams, support CNC operators, and contribute to setup books and documentation, while participating in continuous improvement and special projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of NC programming experience in aerospace manufacturing.
• Experience with 3-axis and 5-axis CNC machining.
• CATIA training and hands-on programming experience.
• Knowledge of CNC machine codes, cutting tools, feeds, and speeds.

Responsibilities

• Create NC programs from engineering drawings, models, blueprints, and sketches.
• Develop 3D geometry and tool paths using CATIA.
• Support CNC machine operators and manufacturing teams.

Skills

NC programming

CNC machining

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

CATIA

NX (Unigraphics)

Job description

Suzanne Snell is seeking an experienced NC Programmer to develop and maintain CNC programs for 3-axis and 5-axis machining in a fast-paced aerospace environment. You will create programs from drawings and models, ensuring manufacturability with tight tolerances in a high-precision shop.

You will collaborate with manufacturing teams, support CNC operators, and contribute to setup books and documentation, while participating in continuous improvement and special projects.