NC Programmer - Aerospace Manufacturing

Suzanne Snell; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Suzanne Snell is seeking an experienced NC Programmer to develop and maintain CNC programs for 3-axis and 5-axis machining in a fast-paced aerospace environment. You will create programs from drawings and models, ensuring manufacturability with tight tolerances in a high-precision shop.

You will collaborate with manufacturing teams, support CNC operators, and contribute to setup books and documentation, while participating in continuous improvement and special projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of NC programming experience in aerospace manufacturing.
• Experience with 3-axis and 5-axis CNC machining.
• CATIA training and hands-on programming experience.
• Knowledge of CNC machine codes, cutting tools, feeds, and speeds.

Responsibilities

• Create NC programs from engineering drawings, models, blueprints, and sketches.
• Develop 3D geometry and tool paths using CATIA.
• Support CNC machine operators and manufacturing teams.

Skills

NC programming

CNC machining

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

CATIA

NX (Unigraphics)

Job description

NC Programmer - Aerospace Manufacturing

Our client is seeking an experienced NC Programmer to develop and maintain CNC programs for 3-axis and 5-axis machining operations in a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Create NC programs from engineering drawings, models, blueprints, and sketches
• Develop 3D geometry and tool paths using CATIA
• Support CNC machine operators and manufacturing teams
• Create setup books and machining documentation
• Assist quality, inspection, and production departments as needed
• Participate in continuous improvement and special projects

Qualifications

• 5+ years of NC Programming experience in aerospace manufacturing
• Strong experience with 3-axis and 5-axis CNC machining
• Formal CATIA training and hands-on programming experience
• Knowledge of CNC machine codes, cutting tools, feeds, and speeds
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Preferred

• Unigraphics (NX) experience
• Tooling and fixture design experience

Salary: $72,800 - $91,052