Innovative Mastercam CNC Programmer — 3-5 Axis

Socket.dev; West Valley (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Company-paid life and AD&D insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Karman Space and Defense is seeking a CNC Programmer to develop and optimize machining processes for precision components used in defense programs. You will work with machinists, engineers, and QA to improve manufacturability and part quality.

The role requires 5+ years of Mastercam experience, strong GD&T skills, and the ability to interpret CMM data on the shop floor. DoD security clearance or the ability to obtain one is required.

Qualifications

• Five+ years of Mastercam programming experience.
• Strong GD&T and print reading skills.
• Ability to read CMM reports and inspect data.
• Willingness to work on the shop floor to diagnose issues.

Responsibilities

• Develops machining processes for complex components using Mastercam.
• Designs machining strategies and fixtures for three-, four-, and five-axis machines.
• Owns assigned projects from concept through production release and ongoing support.
• Troubleshoots machining, tooling, and quality issues directly on the shop floor.
• Supports and improves legacy part programs and existing production processes.
• Collaborates with Quality to interpret CMM reports, dimensional data, and inspection results.
• Uses precision measuring tools to validate setups, processes, and corrective actions.
• Provides manufacturability feedback to engineering teams and customers.
• Mentors machinists, operators, and other programmers.
• Assists in standardizing best practices for programming, setups, and documentation.
• Supports continuous improvement initiatives related to CAM workflows.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

GD&T knowledge

CMM interpretation

Shop floor troubleshooting

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree or higher

Tools

Mastercam

Job description

Karman Space and Defense is seeking a CNC Programmer to develop and optimize machining processes for precision components used in defense programs. You will work with machinists, engineers, and QA to improve manufacturability and part quality.

The role requires 5+ years of Mastercam experience, strong GD&T skills, and the ability to interpret CMM data on the shop floor. DoD security clearance or the ability to obtain one is required.