Computer Numerical Control Programmer

ACL Digital; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ACL Digital is seeking an experienced Computer Numerical Control Programmer to join our Everett, WA fabrication team. You will drive NC programming, setup documentation, and machining strategy for complex multi-axis parts used in Boeing commercial airplanes.

You will develop NC programs for aluminum and hard-metal parts, create robust setup sheets, and use Vericut to validate programs before shop-floor execution.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of NC programming experience for production machining.
• Experience programming 5-axis CNC machines for aerospace parts (aluminum and hard metals).
• Proficiency reading engineering drawings, GD&T, and manufacturing documentation.

Responsibilities

• Create, verify, and revise MCD, tooling geometry, and setup documentation for multi-axis CNC machines (primarily 5-axis).
• Develop NC programs from drawings and planning docs for aluminum and hard-metal parts.
• Create multiple setups and operations to support producibility and tolerances.
• Produce clear setup sheets and operator instructions for safe operation.
• Use Vericut or similar tools to validate programs and prevent collisions before shop-floor execution.
• Troubleshoot and iterate programs based on first-article inspections and in-process feedback.
• Coordinate with planning, tooling design, and operators to optimize cycle times and reduce scrap.
• Lead the design of custom fixtures and tooling arrangements and define machining strategies across operations (Level 4).
• Maintain program documentation and configuration control per requirements.

Skills

NC programming

5-axis CNC

GD&T

CATIA NC programming

Vericut

Education

AA degree

Tools

Vericut

CAM post-processors

Job description

Title: Computer Numerical Control Programmer

Job Description:

Join a high-performing fabrication team supporting aerospace structural production in Everett, WA. As a contractor Numerical Control Programmer (NCP) on our Machining/Tooling team, you’ll drive the NC programming, setup documentation, and machining strategy for complex multi-axis parts used on Boeing commercial airplanes.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Create, verify, and revise Machine Control Data (MCD), tooling geometry, and setup documentation for multi-axis CNC machines (primarily 5-axis).
• Interpret engineering drawings, planning documentation, and manufacturing requirements to develop robust NC programs for aluminum and hard-metal parts.
• Develop multiple setups and operations for complex part geometries, ensuring fixturing, tooling, and machine selection support producibility and tolerances.
• Produce clear setup sheets and operator instructions that enable consistent and safe machine operation.
• Use simulation/verification tools (e.g., Vericut) to validate programs and eliminate collisions or gouges prior to shop-floor execution.
• Troubleshoot and iterate programs based on first-article inspections, in-process feedback, and shop-floor testing.
• Coordinate with planning, manufacturing engineering, tooling design, and machine operators to optimize cycle times, reduce scrap, and address manufacturability concerns.
• For Level 4: Lead the design of custom fixtures and complex tooling arrangements and define machining strategies across multiple operations and machines.
• Maintain program documentation, revisions, and configuration control per company/contract requirements.

Required Skills:

• 5+ years of NC programming experience for production machining or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated experience programming 5-axis CNC machines for aerospace parts (aluminum and hard metals).
• Proficiency reading and interpreting engineering drawings, GD&T, and manufacturing documentation.
• Proficient in CATIA NC programming.
• Proficient in NC simulation/verification tools such as Vericut.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience creating custom fixtures and tooling for multi-setup machining operations.
• Experience defining machining strategy and selecting appropriate machines and processes for part families.
• Familiarity with aerospace manufacturing processes, inspection practices, and first-article requirements.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a track record of reducing cycle times or improving producibility.
• Effective communicator with experience collaborating across planning, engineering, and shop-floor teams.
• Experience with additional CAM systems or post-processors commonly used in aerospace environments.

Education:

AA degree in related discipline and typically 3 or more years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.