CNC Programmer

Accelera; Middlefield (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera in Connecticut is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to design and optimize Mastercam programs for milling and turning, collaborating with engineering to enhance part quality and reduce cycle times on aerospace-grade materials. You will generate setup sheets, tool lists, and comprehensive documentation, while supporting machine operators and validating programs on the shop floor.

A proactive problem-solving mindset and strong teamwork are essential to drive continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Mastercam 3D CAD/CAM proficiency for CNC programming.
• Experience with 3-5 axis CNC programming.
• Hands-on machining aerospace-grade materials.
• Strong speeds and feeds knowledge for superalloys.
• Solid tooling knowledge and cutting tool technology.
• Ability to read engineering drawings with GD&T.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and common software.
• Excellent communication and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Partner with engineering to optimize machining paths for quality and cycle-time reductions.
• Use Mastercam to author and refine CNC programs for milling and turning.
• Assist tool design with work-holding, fixturing, and gauging solutions.
• Verify and authorize CNC programming across manufacturing and engineering.
• Produce CNC code and setup sheets, tool lists, and documentation.
• Coordinate with tool crib to ensure tooling alignment.
• Provide shop-floor support: setup, troubleshooting, and program validation.
• Identify improvements to cycle times, methods, and tool usage.
• Join manufacturing meetings to address production challenges.
• Work with operators to adjust programs and collect insights.
• Uphold quality, safety, and efficiency standards.

Skills

CNC Programming

3-5 Axis CNC

GD&T reading

Aerospace materials

Speeds & Feeds

Tooling knowledge

Blueprint interpretation

MS Office

Collaboration

Problem solving

Tools

Mastercam

Job description

• Partner with engineering departments to create efficient machining paths that ensure superior part quality and reduced production times.
• Utilize Mastercam to author and refine CNC programs for milling and turning tasks in coordination with product engineers.
• Assist the tool design team in conceptualizing effective work-holding, fixturing, and gauging solutions for specific manufacturing needs.
• Coordinate with manufacturing and engineering staff to verify, validate, and authorize all CNC programming work.
• Generate precise CNC code alongside essential technical documentation, such as setup sheets and comprehensive tool lists.
• Coordinate with tool crib staff to verify that all cutting tools and equipment align with the needs of the machining workflow.
• Deliver direct shop floor assistance to manufacturing teams by helping with machine setup, troubleshooting, program validation, and debugging.
• Proactively seek out ways to optimize cycle times, machining methodologies, CNC code efficiency, and tool usage to improve overall output.
• Engage in collaborative manufacturing meetings to pinpoint production challenges and execute actionable process enhancements.
• Work alongside machine operators to offer programming guidance, perform necessary adjustments, and collect insights to refine machining workflows.
• Uphold a rigorous standard for quality, safety, and operational efficiency to foster a culture of continuous improvement across the shop.

Core Duties

• Partner with engineering departments to create efficient machining paths that ensure superior part quality and reduced production times.
• Utilize Mastercam to author and refine CNC programs for milling and turning tasks in coordination with product engineers.
• Assist the tool design team in conceptualizing effective work-holding, fixturing, and gauging solutions for specific manufacturing needs.
• Coordinate with manufacturing and engineering staff to verify, validate, and authorize all CNC programming work.
• Generate precise CNC code alongside essential technical documentation, such as setup sheets and comprehensive tool lists.
• Coordinate with tool crib staff to verify that all cutting tools and equipment align with the needs of the machining workflow.
• Deliver direct shop floor assistance to manufacturing teams by helping with machine setup, troubleshooting, program validation, and debugging.
• Proactively seek out ways to optimize cycle times, machining methodologies, CNC code efficiency, and tool usage to improve overall output.
• Engage in collaborative manufacturing meetings to pinpoint production challenges and execute actionable process enhancements.
• Work alongside machine operators to offer programming guidance, perform necessary adjustments, and collect insights to refine machining workflows.
• Uphold a rigorous standard for quality, safety, and operational efficiency to foster a culture of continuous improvement across the shop.

Qualifications and Expertise

• Demonstrated proficiency in applying Mastercam 3D CAD/CAM software for CNC programming tasks.
• Practical background in executing 3, 4, or 5-axis CNC programming operations.
• Extensive hands‑on experience machining aerospace‑grade materials, including Titanium, Inconel, and Stainless Steel.
• Deep technical knowledge of speeds and feeds, specifically regarding the handling of superalloys and challenging materials.
• Solid understanding of contemporary cutting tool technology and how to apply it across various machining operations.
• Familiarity with the fundamental principles of tooling and cutting tool design.
• High level of skill in reading engineering blueprints, including a firm grasp of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Proficiency in utilizing Microsoft Office and other standard business software applications.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, ensuring success within a demanding, high‑speed manufacturing environment.
• A forward‑thinking mindset focused on solving problems, driving improvement, and providing essential support to production personnel.

Technical Proficiencies

• CNC Programming
• Mastercam