CNC Programmer

Haas F1 Team; Kannapolis (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rewards and bonuses

Health and wellbeing programmes

Job summary

Haas Formula LLC in Kannapolis, North Carolina, seeks a Senior CNC Programmer for our Prototype CNC Shop. You will own programming, proving out and optimising complex machining operations on advanced 5-axis CNC machines, transforming engineering concepts into precision components for performance-focused projects.

Join a fast-paced manufacturing environment where every micron matters, mentored by seasoned machinists and contributing to continuous improvement and quality standards across the shop.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of programming experience on lathes, preferably using Mastercam.
• Strong machining technique knowledge, attention to detail and continuous improvement mindset.
• Proficient with lathes and 5-axis CNC machines, hand tools, measuring tools.
• Proficient metrology knowledge and blueprint reading.

Responsibilities

• Program, prove out and optimise CNC machining operations, ensuring accuracy, quality and efficient delivery.
• Interpret engineering drawings, solid models, specifications and GD&T requirements to develop machining strategies.
• Create, verify and implement CNC programs for mills, lathes and routers, ensuring programmes are production-ready.
• Drive continuous improvement by reducing cycle times, optimising processes and identifying efficiency gains.
• Support machinists with machine setups, changeovers and programme prove-outs while maintaining clear documentation and communication.
• Mentor and develop machinists in advanced CNC programming and machining techniques.
• Set up and operate mills and lathes, including tooling, workholding, fixtures and machine offsets.
• Design and build fixtures to improve machining efficiency, quality and repeatability.
• Inspect and verify components, ensuring compliance with internal and international quality standards.
• Troubleshoot machining processes, tooling and equipment issues while maintaining quality requirements.
• Support equipment maintenance and help maintain a clean, organised shop environment in line with 5S standards.
• Stay current with industry developments and contribute to broader team and organisational goals.

Skills

Mastercam

5-axis CNC

Lathes

Metrology

Blueprint reading

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Autodesk

PowerShape

Camplete

Job description

Program and machine the precision components that help push Formula 1 performance forward.

The Opportunity

We're looking for an experienced Senior CNC Programmer to join our Prototype CNC Shop in Kannapolis, North Carolina.

In this role, you'll take ownership of programming, proving out and optimising complex machining operations across advanced lathes with C-axis capability and 5-axis CNC machinery. Working within a fast-paced, high-performance manufacturing environment, you'll transform engineering concepts into precision components, supporting the continuous development of a Formula 1 race car.

This is an opportunity for a highly skilled programmer and machinist to combine technical expertise, problem-solving ability and continuous improvement thinking in a role where every micron matters and every part contributes to performance.

What You'll Do

• Program, prove out and optimise CNC machining operations, ensuring accuracy, quality and efficient delivery.
• Interpret engineering drawings, solid models, specifications and GD&T requirements to develop effective machining strategies.
• Create, verify and implement CNC programs for mills, lathes and routers, ensuring programmes are production-ready.
• Drive continuous improvement by reducing cycle times, optimising processes and identifying efficiency gains.
• Support machinists with machine setups, changeovers and programme prove-outs while maintaining clear documentation and communication.
• Mentor and develop machinists in advanced CNC programming and machining techniques.
• Set up and operate mills and lathes, including tooling, workholding, fixtures and machine offsets.
• Design and build fixtures to improve machining efficiency, quality and repeatability.
• Inspect and verify components, ensuring compliance with internal and international quality standards.
• Troubleshoot machining processes, tooling and equipment issues while maintaining quality requirements.
• Support equipment maintenance and help maintain a clean, organised shop environment in line with 5S standards.
• Stay current with industry developments and contribute to broader team and organisational goals.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
• 5 to 7 years of Programming experience (specifically lathes) preferably in Mastercam.
• Knowledge of proper machining techniques, attention to detail and embraces a continuous process improvement mindset.
• Proficient with lathes and 5-axis CNC machines, hand tools, measuring tools.
• Proficient metrology knowledge.
• Proficient in Math and Blueprint reading.

It Would Be An Advantage If You Also Have

• CNC Machine trade school certificate or Community College Certificate or equivalent experience.

• Experience in auto parts, medical or aerospace manufacturing environment.
• Experience with 5-axis machines and machining super-alloys including Titanium, etc.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products and other computer programs such as Mastercam, Autodesk, Powershape, Camplete etc.

Why Haas Is Different

TGR Haas F1 Team has been competing in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship for the past decade. With more than 200 Grand Prix starts, we're an ambitious challenger with teams across the US, UK and Italy.

We're a racing team, not a corporate machine.

That means greater exposure across the business, wider visibility and the opportunity to see where your contribution makes a difference. Yes, you'll learn from us, but we expect to learn from you too.

What We Offer

• We look after our people with competitive rewards and bonuses alongside year-round health and wellbeing programmes, providing the support and tools to help you perform at your best.
• Join our team and make your passion your profession.

Notice

Due to the nature of the organisation, all employees of TGR Haas F1 Team are required to be security cleared to National Security Vetting standards. If successful in your application, we would support you with the NSV process. As a guideline only, you would normally need to have been a UK resident for the last 5 consecutive years. Further confirmation can be found on the Civil Aviation Authority National Security Vetting (NSV) website https://www.caa.co.uk/commercial-industry/security/national-security-vetting/

If you have not been a UK resident for the last 5 consecutive years, please be prepared to request an Overseas Criminal Records Check for these countries as you will be asked to provide this for referencing and security checks if you are successful.