CNC Programmer – Aerospace

Software Placement Group, SPG; Riverton (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Long-term Career Growth

Job summary

Software Placement Group (SPG) seeks an experienced CNC Programmer to develop and optimize milling programs for precision aerospace components based in Bay Shore, NY. This role emphasizes quality, efficiency, and collaboration with engineering and production teams.

You will set up and test programs, ensure safety and on-time delivery, and continuously improve machining methods. 5+ years of CNC programming and CAD proficiency are required; CATIA and Epicor ERP are a plus.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree preferred (Engineering or Manufacturing Technology).
• Minimum 5 years of CNC Programming experience.
• Strong experience programming CNC milling machines.
• Proficiency with CAD software and CNC programming.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Create and optimize CNC programs for milling operations.
• Program custom components and tooling for production applications.
• Develop machining methods and tooling strategies.
• Set up and support CNC milling machines during production.
• Test, troubleshoot, and validate CNC programs on production equipment.
• Modify programs to reflect engineering changes and product revisions.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve machining efficiency.
• Maintain programming documentation and revision control.
• Support process improvements to reduce cycle times and improve quality.
• Ensure all programs meet safety, quality, and customer requirements.

Skills

CNC Programming

CNC Milling

CAD Software

GD&T

Engineering Drawings

Troubleshooting

Team Work

Education

Associate's Degree preferred (Engineering or Manufacturing Technology)

Tools

CATIA

Epicor ERP

Job description

Location: Bay Shore, NY | Schedule: Full-time, on-site

Overview

An established precision manufacturer serving the aerospace industry is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to develop and optimize machining programs for precision components. This role is key to supporting efficient, high-quality production in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, and the company is committed to investing in advanced technology, continuous improvement, and employee development.

What you'll do

• Create and optimize CNC programs for milling operations
• Program custom components and tooling for production applications
• Develop machining methods and tooling strategies
• Set up and support CNC milling machines during production
• Test, troubleshoot, and validate CNC programs on production equipment
• Modify programs to reflect engineering changes and product revisions
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve machining efficiency
• Maintain programming documentation and revision control
• Support process improvements to reduce cycle times and improve quality
• Ensure all programs meet safety, quality, and customer requirements

Required qualifications

• Associate's Degree preferred (Engineering or Manufacturing Technology)
• Minimum 5 years of CNC Programming experience
• Strong experience programming CNC milling machines
• Proficiency with CAD software and CNC programming
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and GD&T
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Preferred qualifications

• CATIA experience
• Epicor ERP experience
• Aerospace manufacturing experience
• Experience with complex precision-machined components
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Long-term Career Growth

Why this role

This position offers the chance to apply CNC programming expertise to precision aerospace manufacturing, with an employer committed to investing in advanced technology, continuous improvement, and employee development.