CNC Programmer- Arkansas City, KS (On-site)

Barnes Aerospace; West Chester Township (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

BARNES Aerospace MRO in Arkansas City, KS has a CNC Programming Engineer role focused on developing, applying, and maintaining manufacturing standards for CNC processes. You will lead programming for turning and milling, support operations with changes, and contribute to new product introductions in a fast-paced, Lean environment.

The position requires five+ years in CNC programming with exposure to nickel, cobalt, and titanium alloys used in aerospace machining, plus strong communication skills

Qualifications

• Five+ years direct experience in lathe, VTL, and 3/4 axis milling CNC programming.
• Experience processing nickel, cobalt, and titanium based alloys in aerospace machining.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact with all levels of employees.
• Proficient in performing full set-ups, program edits, and holding high precision tolerances.
• Ability to program with CAM and manually as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead turning and milling programming development, instruction, and debugging tasks with engineering and machining leads.
• Directly support operations with CNC programming changes as needed.
• Directly support NPI development with new CNC programs.
• Collaborate with engineers on fixturing development.
• Work with CAD models for milling and turning validation.
• Collaborate with senior staff on various engineering initiatives.

Skills

CNC programming

Lathe

VTL

3/4 axis milling

CAM Mastercam

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Mastercam

Job description

CNC Programmer- Arkansas City, KS (On-site)

Job Category: Engineering

Requisition Number: CNCPR006918

• Posted : September 17, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Mid West

Description

Barnes Aerospace MRO in Arkansas City, KS has an exciting and challenging opportunity for a CNC Programming Engineer with a solid background in CNC programming who enjoys a diverse, fast-paced work environment. The CNC Programmer will execute activities associated with the development, application and maintenance of manufacturing standards for the manufacturing processes. If you are a disciplined and collaborative individual with demonstrated understanding of Lean who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can deliver results, you may be an excellent candidate to join our team.

Core Responsibilities:

• Lead turning and milling programming development, instruction, and debugging tasks in collaboration with Repair Development Engineers, Process Engineers, and machining leads.
• Directly support operations with CNC programming changes to address issues on an as needed basis.
• Directly support NPI development with new CNC programs.
• Collaborate with Repair Development Engineers and machining leads on fixturing development.
• Work with Process Engineers with CAD model development and validation for milling and turning operations.
• Work directly with Senior Engineering staff on various engineering initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Five+ years direct experience in lathe, VTL, 3/4 axis milling CNC programming.
• Experience processing nickel, cobalt, and titanium based alloys in Aerospace machining operations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact with all levels of employees.
• Proficient in performing full set-ups, program edits, and holding high precision tolerances.
• Ability to program with CAM (Mastercam preferred) and manually as necessary.
• Familiarity with Repair Technical Data e.g. Engine Repair Manuals, Service Bulletins, OEM approved supplemental data, etc a plus.
• Must have experience authoring typical shop process planning paperwork e.g. Tool Sheets, Setup Sheets, Routers, Operation Sheets, Inspection Forms, etc.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering a plus.

This position may include access to controlled information or technology covered under applicable U.S. export control laws. As such, employment for this job position may be contingent on either verification that an applicant falls under the definition of a “U.S. Person” (which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and those granted U.S. asylum or refugee status) or Barnes timely obtaining any necessary export license required under federal laws. The employer evaluates such export license situations on a case-by-case basis and may decline to proceed with a job applicant in its sole discretion

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