Numerical Control Programmer 4

CHIPTON-ROSS Inc.; Auburn (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Chipton-Ross is seeking a skilled Numerical Control Programmer to support aerospace production in Auburn/Everett, WA. The role focuses on developing multi-axis programs (primarily 5-axis) and creating clear setup documentation for high-quality aluminum and hard-metal parts.

Qualified candidates will have 7+ years of NC programming, CATIA V5 NC programming, and Vericut experience. This 100% onsite contract position may require a 2nd shift and collaboration with planning and engineering teams.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of NC programming experience for production machining.
• Experience programming 5-axis CNC for aerospace parts.
• Ability to read GD&T and engineering drawings.
• Proficient in CATIA V5 NC programming.
• Proficient in NC simulation/verification tools such as Vericut.
• Able to work 2nd shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Create, verify, and revise Machine Control Data (MCD) and setup documentation for multi-axis CNC machines (primarily 5-axis).
• Develop NC programs from engineering drawings and manufacturing requirements for aluminum and hard-metal parts.
• Create multiple setups and operations ensuring fixturing, tooling, and machine selection support producibility and tolerances.
• Produce setup sheets and operator instructions for consistent, safe operation.
• Use Vericut to validate programs and prevent collisions before shop-floor execution.
• Troubleshoot and iterate programs using first-article inspections and in-process feedback.
• Coordinate with planning, manufacturing engineering, tooling design, and operators to optimize cycles and reduce scrap.
• Lead the design of custom fixtures and complex tooling arrangements across multiple operations.
• Maintain program documentation and configuration control per requirements.

Skills

5-axis NC programming

GT&D reading engineering drawings

CATIA V5 NC programming

Vericut simulation

Education

Engineering-related degree or equivalent

Tools

Vericut

CATIA V5

Job description

Chipton-Ross is seeking 3 Numerical Control Programmer 4's for a contract opportunity in Auburn, WA/Everett, WA.

100% onsite

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

• 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.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.
• Experience with CATIA V5 and Vericut and programming 3 & 5 axis machines

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

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 Client 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.

• 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 minimal direction.

Work statement is a non-managerial role, non-leadership role.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

• 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.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Associate) and typically 6 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Bachelor+4 years' related work experience, 8 years' related work experience, etc.).

WORK HOURS

Full-Time/First Shift

6:30 AM - 3:00 PM