CNC Programmer

CornerStone Staffing; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

CornerStone Staffing is hiring a CNC Programmer in Tulsa, OK, to develop and improve CNC programs for aerospace-grade components using CATIA V5. You will review blueprints, determine tooling and machining sequences, and validate programs with VERICULT to ensure accuracy and efficiency.

The role emphasizes collaboration with engineering and production teams, optimizing toolpaths, and supporting trials to meet stringent aerospace specifications. Direct Hire, full-time onsite position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of aerospace CNC programming experience.
• Advanced proficiency with CATIA V5.
• Experience with VERICUT and ICAM.
• Ability to create CNC programs and toolpaths from scratch.
• Strong blueprint-reading and GD&T interpretation skills.
• Experience selecting tooling, speeds, feeds, and machining sequences.
• Strong knowledge of CNC machining processes and production troubleshooting.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• CATIA V5 certification preferred.
• Strong problem-solving, math, communication, and organizational skills.
• Must meet ITAR eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Create CNC programs and toolpaths using CATIA V5.
• Review blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, and CAD data.
• Determine tooling, speeds, feeds, reference points, and machining sequences.
• Validate programs through computer simulation using VERICUT.
• Support machine trial runs and troubleshoot programming or production issues.
• Revise programs to correct errors and improve cycle time, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Modify existing programs to support changing production requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure parts meet specifications.

Skills

CNC programming

CATIA V5

VERICUT

ICAM

GD&T interpretation

Blueprint reading

Tooling selection

CNC machining processes

Problem solving

Communication

Organizational skills

ITAR eligibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CATIA V5

VERICUT

ICAM

Job description

Job Description

Job description:

CNC Programmer

Location: Tulsa, OK
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: $30 - $40/hr

CornerStone Professional Placement is seeking a CNC Programmer for an aerospace manufacturing client in Tulsa, OK. This role develops and improves CNC programs for precision-machined components using CATIA V5.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced programmer who enjoys solving machining challenges, optimizing toolpaths, and working closely with engineering and production teams.

Responsibilities

• Create CNC programs and toolpaths using CATIA V5
• Review blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, and CAD data
• Determine tooling, speeds, feeds, reference points, and machining sequences
• Validate programs through computer simulation using VERICUT
• Support machine trial runs and troubleshoot programming or production issues
• Revise programs to correct errors and improve cycle time, accuracy, and efficiency
• Modify existing programs to support changing production requirements
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure parts meet specifications

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of aerospace CNC programming experience
• Advanced proficiency with CATIA V5
• Experience with VERICUT and ICAM
• Ability to create CNC programs and toolpaths from scratch
• Strong blueprint-reading and GD&T interpretation skills
• Experience selecting tooling, speeds, feeds, and machining sequences
• Strong knowledge of CNC machining processes and production troubleshooting
• High school diploma or GED required
• CATIA V5 certification preferred
• Strong problem-solving, math, communication, and organizational skills
• Must meet ITAR eligibility requirements

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Stable, full-time opportunity
• Exposure to complex aerospace machining projects
• Collaborative engineering and manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to improve machining processes and production performance

This is a full-time, onsite position in a manufacturing environment. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment screening.

Job Types: Contract, Full-time

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• CNC programming: 2 years (Preferred)
• CATIA: 1 year (Preferred)

Company Description

This is a full time direct hire role with our client. They are an established aerospace manufacturer specializing in precision-machined components for highly regulated applications. The company offers a stable, quality-focused environment where engineering, programming, and manufacturing teams work closely to produce complex parts that meet strict customer and industry requirements.

Employees have the opportunity to work with advanced machining technology, contribute to process improvements, and support products used across the aerospace industry.