NC Programmer

Ducommun, Inc.; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick time

401K match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Annual bonus plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Ducommun, Inc. in Gardena, California, is seeking an NC Programmer to create N/C programs for various 3 & 5-axis machines. The role involves developing programs from customer engineering drawings and creating CAD models to assist manufacturing personnel.

Applicants must have formal Catia training and a minimum of 5 years of experience in N/C programming within the aerospace industry. The company offers an excellent culture, career growth opportunities, and robust benefits.

Qualifications

• Formal Catia training required with Catia experience a must.
• Unigraphics training and experience a plus.
• Critical thinking skills and good decision-making thought processes.

Responsibilities

• Create N/C programs from customer-furnished data sets, blueprints, or sketches.
• Build needed 3D geometries for N/C tool paths.
• Support N/C machine operators.

Skills

Catia training

Unigraphics training

Critical thinking skills

Strong presentation skills

Effective communication

Education

Minimum 5 years experience in N/C Programming in the aerospace industry

Tools

N/C machining

Job description

NC Programmer

NC Programmer job functions include creating N/C programs for various 3 & 5‑axis machines in Ducommun's machine shop. Programs are developed from customer engineering drawings/models per our internal procedures to machine various part configurations needed to support our customers. The programmer also develops CAD models and drawings to assist manufacturing personnel and creates tool designs for internally fabricated tooling.

Who are we?

Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed.

Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission‑critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications.

Our facility in Gardena, CA is a leading global supplier of large stretch formed aircraft skins, hot forming of titanium, superplastic forming and complex fastened and welded assemblies.

Why Ducommun?

• Excellent company culture - as recognized by Newsweek's Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces
• Clean and climate controlled working environment
• Opportunity for career growth
• Great benefits including paid vacation and sick time, 401K match, Employee Stock Purchase Program, annual bonus plan, and tuition reimbursement

Job Summary

• Create N/C programs from customer‑furnished data sets, blueprints, or sketches
• Build needed 3D geometries for N/C tool paths
• Support N/C machine operators
• Create set‑up books, N/C instructions for NC machining
• Support inspection and manufacturing department when required
• Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in their work area
• Perform other duties as assigned including leading projects and participation in project committees

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Formal Catia training required with Catia experience a must
• Unigraphics training and experience a plus
• Critical thinking skills and good decision‑making thought processes
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills including the ability to articulate complex ideas in a simple manner
• Ability to effectively communicate among all levels within the organization

Required Experience and Education

• Experience with N/C machining, machine codes, cutting tools, feed and speed
• Minimum 5 years experience in N/C Programming in the aerospace industry with strong 3 & 5‑axis background

Equal Opportunity Employer
Veterans/Disabled

268 E. Gardena Road
Gardena, California, 90248
United States