CNC Process Engineer – 3-5 Axis for Aerospace Composites

Victrex; Bristol (RI); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Victrex’s TxV Aerospace Composites site in Rhode Island is seeking a Process Engineer – CNC to develop 3- and 5-axis CAD-CAM programs, prove out toolpaths, and transfer parts into reliable production on the shop floor.

You’ll collaborate with Production and Quality to troubleshoot machining issues, improve cycle times and scrap levels, own manufacturing cells, and support equipment commissioning in a lean, safety‑conscious environment.

Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience with 3- and 5-axis CNC machining and CAD‑CAM programming.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, CAD models and tolerances.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving in a lean manufacturing environment.
• Manufacturing engineering experience in a CNC setting; recent graduates with relevant experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Develop, prove out and optimise 3- and 5-axis CAD-CAM programmes, tooling, fixtures, work holding and machine set-ups.
• Support new product introduction, providing manufacturing input into component design and transferring processes into production.
• Troubleshoot machining issues with Production and Quality to meet drawings and quality requirements, improve cycle times and reduce scrap.
• Take ownership of manufacturing cells, including safety, maintenance, calibration, documentation and operator training.
• Support equipment procurement, commissioning and validation, ensuring processes meet safety and change-control requirements.

Skills

CNC Machining

CAD/CAM Programming

Drawing Interpretation

Lean Manufacturing

Troubleshooting

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

Mastercam

Job description

Victrex’s TxV Aerospace Composites site in Rhode Island is seeking a Process Engineer – CNC to develop 3- and 5-axis CAD-CAM programs, prove out toolpaths, and transfer parts into reliable production on the shop floor.

You’ll collaborate with Production and Quality to troubleshoot machining issues, improve cycle times and scrap levels, own manufacturing cells, and support equipment commissioning in a lean, safety‑conscious environment.