CNC Programmer - Product Engineering

COLTS MANUFACTURING COMPANY LLC; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

COLTS Manufacturing Company LLC in West Hartford, CT is seeking a skilled Machinist to join our Product Design Engineering team, building prototypes and supporting live fire demos while prioritizing safety and performance.

You'll work with engineers on CAD concepts, select tools and fixtures, and help ensure high-quality, compliant components through GD&T and precision measuring.

Qualifications

• Journeyman tool and die maker with state certification.
• 6+ years in a product development environment preferred.
• 10+ years of toolmaking in precision manufacturing (firearm/aerospace/medical) preferred.
• Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and teamwork.
• Proficient in GD&T, ASME Y14.5.
• Experience with measuring equipment (calipers, CMM, etc.).
• Experience developing products for commercial and government sectors.

Responsibilities

• Provide machining services for Product Design Engineering projects across Colt firearm products and accessories.
• Prototype fabrication in the Model Shop from CAD drawings and design specifications.
• Collaborate with design engineers for feedback during prototyping and conceptualization.
• Determine tool selection, material selection, and fixtures for applications.
• Support testing activities through measurement and data logging.

Skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Quality focus

Education

Tool and Die Maker Journeyman certification

State certification

Tools

Mastercam

SolidWorks

Creo / PTC

Microsoft Office

Calipers

CMM

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: W Hartford - West Hartford, CT 06110

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $95,000.00 - $120,000.00 Salary

Job Category: Manufacturing

Job Summary

We're seeking a skilled Machinist to join our Product Design Engineering team—someone who knows their way around a wide range of tools, materials, and processes. In this role, you'll help bring firearm concepts to life, building prototypes for everything from early visualization to hands-on testing and even live fire demos. You'll work closely with engineers to refine and improve designs, always keeping safety and performance front and center while ensuring every project meets our strict requirements.

Technical Responsibilities

• Provide machining services in support of Product Design Engineering projects across all Colt firearm products and accessories.
• Perform prototype fabrication in the Model Shop, which includes interpreting CAD models, drawings, and design specifications or requirements.
• Work closely with product design engineers to provide feedback and guidance during the conceptualization and prototyping process.
• Determine tool selection, material selection, and fixtures that would best suit the application.
• Support testing activities through measurement and data logging as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Tool and Die Maker Journeyman (State certification).
• Prefer 6 years of experience in a product development environment desired.
• Prefer 10 years of toolmaking in precision manufacturing setting (firearm, aerospace, automotive, medical, or similar).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Commitment to producing high-quality products.
• Proficient knowledge of GD&T, ASME Y14.5
• Experience in developing products for commercial and government sectors.
• Experience with measuring equipment (Micro Height, Calipers, Comparator, CMM, etc.).
• Software knowledge required:
• Mastercam
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• SolidWorks
• Creo / PTC