Numerical Control Programmer

Net2Source (N2S); Everett (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Net2Source (N2S) is seeking an experienced NC programmer to develop and optimize multi-axis (primarily 5-axis) CNC programs for aerospace aluminum and hard-metal parts. You will create MCDs, setup docs, and robust NC programs while validating with Vericut to prevent collisions.

The role requires 7+ years of experience in production machining, strong GD&T and drawings interpretation, and CATIA V5 NC programming proficiency. 2nd shift flexibility and contractor eligibility are expected.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of NC programming experience for production machining.
• Experience programming 5-axis CNC machines for aerospace parts.
• Ability to read GD&T and engineering drawings.
• Proficient in CATIA V5 NC programming and Vericut.
• Ability to produce clear setup docs and operator instructions.
• Willing to work 2nd shift; contractor eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Create, verify, and revise MCD, tooling geometry, and setup docs.
• Develop robust NC programs for aluminum and hard-metal parts.
• Develop multiple setups for complex geometries ensuring fixturing and machine selection support producibility.
• Produce clear setup sheets and operator instructions that enable safe operation.
• Use Vericut to validate programs and prevent collisions.
• Troubleshoot and iterate programs from first-article inspections and shop-floor feedback.
• Coordinate with planning and manufacturing to optimize cycle times and reduce scrap.
• Lead Level 4: design custom fixtures and tooling strategies across multiple machines.
• Maintain program documentation and configuration control.

Skills

NC programming

5-axis programming

GD&T

Engineering drawings interpretation

Vericut

Communication

Tools

Vericut

CATIA V5

CAM systems

Job description

• 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.

Required Skills

• 7+ 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