NC Programmer

PCX Aerostructures, LLC; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Aerospace and Defense is seeking an NC Programmer to develop, implement, and troubleshoot CNC programs for aerospace machining. The role requires collaboration with engineering and production to meet customer requirements and improve processes.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in engineering (or equivalent), 10+ years of multi-axis programming experience, and proficiency with Siemens NX and Vericut. Strong communication and team skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering preferred or equivalent experience.
• Ten or more years direct experience in multi-axis programming of aerospace machining.
• Proficient in Siemens NX CAD/CAM workflows.
• CGTech Vericut experience required.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare computer programs to control CNC machine operations using CAD/CAM terminal.
• Analyze engineering drawings for materials, process fabrication and design elements.
• Ensure program meets target cycle time and generates geometry per customer requirements.
• Select cutting tools, speeds and feeds and tool paths for operations.
• Collaborate with production and engineering to resolve shop floor issues.

Skills

Multi-axis programming

CNC machining

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Siemens PLM (NX 8.5)

CG Tech Vericut

Job description

NC Programmer

Applied Aerospace and Defense is an equal opportunity employer.

• Location: Applied Aerospace & Defense, Manchester
• Shift: Days
• Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
• Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
• Position: NC Programmer
• Req Number: ENG-26-00015
• Number of Openings: 1

Accountability

Develop, implement, and troubleshoot CNC program designs. Provide technical expertise in collaboration with functions across the organization to achieve project goals. Work closely with production to solve problems. Use strong analytical design and project management skills along with product expertise to meet customer requirements.

Essential Functions and Duties

• Prepare computer programs to control CNC machine operations using CAD/CAM terminal.
• Prepare flow charts, documents and sequence logic and write complete sequence of machine operations necessary to complete cycle.
• Analyze engineering drawings for materials, process fabrication and design elements.
• Specify patterns on programming sheet for way part is to be machined.
• Assure program meets target cycle time and program generates geometry to customer requirements.
• Select appropriate cutting tools, speeds and feeds, tool path application necessary to perform the operation.
• Assist in the concept design of required tools and gages, support changes to existing tools and fixture as improvements are identified.
• Support lean activities both within the Engineering group and across the organization.

Complexity of Tasks

Requires strong verbal and written communication skills along with advanced interpersonal skills. Strong project management skills are essential. Must be able to collaborate with other departments and functions in achieving project goals. Use available resources to support customer needs and expectations on both a national and international level.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in an engineering discipline preferred and/or equivalent experience.
• Ten or more years direct experience in multi-axis programming of Aerospace machining operations and materials.
• Ability to program in appropriate programming language using either a CAD/CAM terminal and/or manually generated.
• 3D modeling sketcher, assemblies, lathe, and drafting capability in Siemens PLM (NX 8.5) or later version.
• Full multi-axis (5+) or partial (3+1) and general CNC machining/programming experience with lathes, milling machines, and mill/turns. Grinding experience preferred.
• CG Tech Vericut experience required.
• Capable of debugging programs and working closely with shop floor and inspection personnel.
• Some tool design experience preferred.
• Proper application and knowledge of various cutting tools and holders to efficiently complete program operations.
• Must be a team player and have the ability to work closely in a shop environment.
• Seek ideas for continuous improvement; suggest and encourages innovative ideas to improve current systems and processes.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft office application software to include Word, Excel and PowerPoint required