CNC Machine Programmer

ApTask

Huntsville (AL)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

ApTask in Huntsville, AL is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer to design and modify programs for CNC mills, lathes, multi-axis machines, and VTLs used to manufacture precision aerospace components.

You will work with engineering and shop-floor teams to develop machining strategies, create setup sheets, design fixtures, provide DFM/DFMA feedback, and verify first-pass success on tight-tolerance hardware for human spaceflight missions.

Qualifications

5+ years of CNC programming experience.
Experience with Siemens NX/Unigraphics.
Vericut or equivalent verification software.
CNC mills, lathes, multi-axis programming.
GD&T per ASME Y14.5M.
Tooling & fixture design.
Feed & speed calculations.
Machining experience with Inconel, stainless steel, and aluminum.

Responsibilities

Develop and modify CNC programs for CNC mills, lathes, multi-axis machines and VTLs.
Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and shop-floor teams to develop machining strategies.
Create setup sheets and design fixtures.
Provide DFM/DFMA feedback to improve manufacturability.
Ensure first-pass success on tight-tolerance, high-value aerospace hardware.

Skills

CNC Programming

Machining knowledge

GD&T

Team collaboration

DFM/DFMA feedback

Tools

Siemens NX / Unigraphics

Vericut

Job description

In this role, you'll be responsible for developing and modifying CNC programs for CNC mills, lathes, multi-axis machines, and VTLs used to manufacture precision aerospace components. You'll work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and shop-floor teams to develop machining strategies, create setup sheets, design fixtures, provide DFM/DFMA feedback, and ensure first-pass success on tight-tolerance, high-value hardware supporting human spaceflight missions.

Required Skills