NC Programmer 3

CTS International; Auburn (WA); On-site; USD 76,146 - 108,451; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Paid time off

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturing company seeks a Numerical Control Programmer in Auburn, WA. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of NC programming experience and proficiency in 5-axis CNC machining for aluminum and hard metals. Responsibilities include creating and revising Control Data for CNC machines and ensuring clear setup documentation. The role requires collaboration with engineering and tool teams. Contract position for 6+ months, offering competitive pay of $67/hour and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of NC programming experience for production machining.
• Experience programming 5-axis CNC for aluminum and hard metals.
• Ability to create clear setup documentation.

Responsibilities

• Create, verify, and revise Machine Control Data for multi-axis CNC machines.
• Interpret engineering drawings to develop robust NC programs.
• Produce clear setup sheets and operator instructions.

Skills

NC programming experience

Programming 5-axis CNC machines

Reading engineering drawings

Proficient in CATIA V5 NC programming

Proficient in NC simulation tools

Creating setup documentation

Problem-solving skills

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Vericut

Job description

Overview

Join a high-performing fabrication team supporting aerospace structural production in Auburn, 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 Company commercial airplanes. You will collaborate closely with planning, aerospace engineering, tooling, and shop-floor operators to turn engineered concepts into producible, high-quality parts. This role is ideal for hands-on programmers who enjoy solving machining challenges, optimizing workflows, and seeing their programs executed on the shop floor.

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.
• Work under general direction.

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 V5 NC programming.
• Proficient in NC simulation/verification tools such as Vericut.
• Ability to create clear setup documentation and operator instructions.
• Able to work 2nd shift schedule as specified.
• Contractor eligibility to work under the terms of the engagement.

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/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Associate) and typically 3 or more years\' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Bachelor+1 years\' related work experience, 5 years\' related work experience, etc.).

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Position Id : 377399
Status : Open
Location : Auburn, Washington
Duration : 6+ months
Pay Rate : $67.00/Hour
Employment Type : Contract
Work Shift : Shift-1