CNC Programmer

Akkar; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Akkar, a defense and aerospace manufacturer in Longmont, is seeking a senior CNC Programmer/Machinist to design and machine high-precision components. You will own parts from Mastercam programming through finished verification, and mentor nearby machinists.

This hands-on role requires 3+ years of machining and Mastercam experience, a strong grasp of GD&T, and a proven ability to hold tight tolerances on complex parts.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of machining experience in production settings.
• 3+ years programming CNC machines in Mastercam.
• 3+ years applying GD&T in production.
• Record of holding tight tolerances on complex parts.
• Strong blueprint reading and math skills.
• Clear communication and ability to teach others.
• High school diploma or equivalent; machining certificate is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Program CNC machines in Mastercam from blueprints and documents.
• Machine complex components to tight tolerances.
• Run first-off parts and adjust as needed.
• Read blueprints and apply GD&T.
• Check dimensions with hand tools and measurement equipment.
• Support quality assurance and safety standards.
• Train and mentor manufacturing team.
• Lead troubleshooting and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

Machining experience

CNC programming

GD&T

Blueprint reading

Math proficiency

Effective communicator

Education

High school diploma

Precision machining certificate

Tools

Mastercam

Job description

An established defense and aerospace manufacturer in Longmont needs a senior CNC Programmer/Machinist to program and machine high-precision, complex components. The parts go into mission-critical systems, so tolerances are tight and quality comes first.

This is a senior hands-on role. You own parts from Mastercam program to finished, verified component, and you train and guide the machinists around you.

What you’ll do

• Program CNC machines in Mastercam from blueprints, technical documentation and internal standards
• Machine complex, high-precision components to tight tolerances
• Run first-off parts and monitor machining, spotting malfunctions or out-of-tolerance cuts and adjusting as needed
• Read and apply blueprints and advanced GD&T
• Check dimensions and alignment with hand tools and measurement equipment
• Support quality assurance and keep safety standards high
• Train and mentor other members of the manufacturing team
• Lead troubleshooting and write up the fixes, and contribute to continuous improvement

What you’ll bring

• 3+ years of machining experience
• 3+ years programming CNC machines in Mastercam
• 3+ years applying GD&T in a production environment
• A proven record of holding tight tolerances on complex parts
• Strong blueprint reading and math skills
• Clear communication and the patience to teach others
• High school diploma or equivalent. A certificate in precision machining is a plus.

This role involves access to technical data controlled under ITAR and EAR. Applicants must be a U.S. person (a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or a protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).