Manufacturing Engineer/ CNC Programmer

Barnes; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) with company match

Life and disability insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Pet insurance

Work-life balance resources

Job summary

Barnes Aerospace East Hartford, CT site is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer with CNC programming responsibilities to drive productivity on the shop floor. The role requires owning manufacturing processes, developing CNC programs for multi‑axis milling, turning and grinding, and collaborating with production leads to resolve issues in real time.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of CNC experience, proficiency in Siemens NX, fixture and tooling design, and a solid Lean background to optimize

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience CNC multi-axis milling, turning and grinding (aerospace preferred).
• CNC programming experience in Siemens NX.
• Hands-on fixture design, tooling selection, and process optimization.

Responsibilities

• Supports milling, turning, and/or grinding programming and processes.
• Owns manufacturing processes from concept through production implementation.
• Develops and optimizes CNC programs for multi-axis operations.
• Leads tool selection and cutting strategy to maximize efficiency and tool life.
• Designs fixtures and work holding to ensure repeatability and throughput.
• Collaborates with production leads and machinists to resolve issues in real time.
• Provides hands-on shop floor support for setups, prove-outs, and validation.
• Drives MRB processes and implements corrective actions.
• Collaborates with lab engineers, quality, and operators to meet all requirements.

Skills

CNC programming (Siemens NX)

CNC multi-axis milling

Fixture design

Tooling selection

Machining process optimization

Lean manufacturing

GD&T interpretation

CAD/CAM experience

Tools

Siemens NX CAD/CAM

Job description

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Manufacturing Engineer/ CNC Programmer

• Posted on November 6, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location

BA East Hartford
East Hartford, CT 06108, USA

• On-site
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: MANUF007068

Description

Barnes Aerospace East Hartford, CT site is currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineer. We are looking for a highly hands-on, self-motivated candidate who can take ownership of manufacturing processes and drive productivity on the shop floor. This role requires direct engagement with production leads, responsibility for CNC programming, tooling and fixture design, and continuous process improvement. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy solving real-time manufacturing challenges, we encourage you to apply.

Core Responsibilities:

• Supports production milling, turning, and/or grinding programming and processes.
• Own manufacturing processes from concept through production implementation and support.
• Develop and optimize CNC programs for multi-axis milling, turning, and/or grinding operations.
• Lead tool selection and cutting strategy development to maximize efficiency and tool life.
• Design fixtures and work holding solutions to ensure repeatability and throughput.
• Work directly with production leads and machinists to resolve issues in real time.
• Provide hands-on shop floor support for setups, prove-outs, and process validation.
• Drive material review (MRB) processes and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with lab engineers, quality, and operators to meet all technical requirements.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience CNC multi-axis milling, turning, and grinding machines (aerospace preferred)
• CNC programming experience in Siemens NX
• Hands-on experience with fixture design, tooling selection, and machining process optimization
• Lean manufacturing experience
• Proven ability to work directly with production teams in a fast-paced environment
• Strong ability to organize and prioritize work to meet production demands
• Proficient at reading and interpreting customer drawings, specifications, and GD&T
• Proficient with computer systems, CAD/CAM experience

Education Requirements:

Barnes Aerospace offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions for eligible medical plan participants; flexible spending accounts (FSAs); a 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions; life and disability insurance; and paid vacation and holidays. Additional offerings include an employee assistance program (EAP), wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, voluntary accident and critical illness coverage, pet insurance, and work-life support resources.Benefits are subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements, which may vary based on employment status, position, and location.

This job position may include access to controlled information or technology subject to U.S. export control laws. If an applicant does not meet the definition of a "U.S. Person" (which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and those granted U.S. asylum or refugee status), the Company may be required to obtain an export control license. If the position for which you applied involves access to controlled information or technology subject to U.S. export control laws, then any offer is also contingent on verification of appropriate documentation for the Company to assess whether an export license will be required to employ you in that role, and if it is determined that an export license is required, the offer is also contingent on the Company's determination, in its sole discretion, whether a license application and ongoing administration is prudent under the project's contract parameters and whether an export license can be successfully obtained before you can start.

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