NC Programming Engineer — Complex Machining (Aerospace & Defense)

Torrey Holistics; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Long-term career growth

Job summary

TekPro in Downers Grove seeks an NC Programming Engineer to develop and optimize CNC programs for VMCs and lathes, translating blueprints and GD&T into precise toolpaths. You will select tooling, define speeds and feeds, and work with machinists and engineers to improve processes on the shop floor.

The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, on-machine support, and ongoing continuous improvement in a high-mix, high-precision aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of CNC programming experience in a machining environment.
• Deep understanding of milling, turning, and multi-axis methods.
• Blueprint/GD&T fluency.
• Experience with CAM software: Mastercam, NX CAM, Fusion 360, GibbsCAM (or similar).
• Hands-on machining experience strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop, edit, and optimize CNC programs for VMCs and lathes.
• Convert blueprints, CAD models, and GD&T into precise toolpaths.
• Choose tooling, determine speeds/feeds, and set strategies for efficiency.
• Collaborate with machinists, engineers, and production to refine processes.
• Provide on-machine support: troubleshoot and validate programs.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce cycle times and improve quality.

Skills

CNC programming

Milling

Turning

Multi-axis methods

GD&T fluency

Hands-on machining

Analytical skills

Tools

Mastercam

NX CAM

Fusion 360

GibbsCAM

Job description

Ready to turn complex GD&T into clean, reliable code? TekPro is seeking an NC Programming Engineer for a full-time, direct-hire role with a premier precision manufacturer in the Downers Grove area. This team is recognized for building intricate, high-quality parts for aerospace and defense—and they’re growing.Is this you?Do you enjoy crafting efficient toolpaths for both milling and turning?Can you read prints and 3D models and immediately see the best machining strategy?Are you comfortable walking to the machine to troubleshoot, verify, and optimize?Do you thrive on shaving seconds off cycle time without sacrificing quality?What you will ownProgramming: Develop, edit, and optimize CNC programs for VMCs and lathesInterpretation: Convert blueprints, CAD models, and GD&T into precise toolpathsProcess engineering: Choose tooling, determine speeds/feeds, and set strategies to maximize efficiencyCollaboration: Work closely with machinists, engineers, and production to refine processesOn-machine support: Troubleshoot issues on the floor and validate programsContinuous improvement: Reduce cycle times and drive repeatable, high-quality outcomesQualifications3+ years of CNC programming experience in a machining environmentDeep understanding of milling, turning, and multi-axis methodsBlueprint/GD&T fluencyExperience with CAM software: Mastercam, NX CAM, Fusion 360, GibbsCAM (or similar)Hands-on machining experience strongly preferredStrong analytical skills and attention to detailTechnology & equipment you’ll useCNC Mill (3–4 axis VMC)CNC Lathe (2–4 axis)CAM SoftwareCore proficienciesGD&TCNC ProgrammingAdvanced Inspection & Gauge MeasurementAerospace ManufacturingWhy joinFull-time, direct hire with a stable, well-established organizationComprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision)401(k) with company matchPaid time off and holidaysLong-term career growth in a high-mix, high-precision environment