Numerical Control Programmer 4

PDS Defense, Inc.; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct deposit

401(k)

Paid holidays

Short-term disability insurance

Skills training

Employee referral bonus

Medical coverage plan

DailyPay

Job summary

PDS Defense, Inc. in Everett, WA seeks an experienced Numerical Control Programmer 4 to drive NC programming and machining strategies for complex aerospace parts.

This role partners with planning, aerospace engineering, tooling, and shop-floor operators to turn engineered concepts into producible, high-quality parts on a 5-axis platform. The right candidate designs fixtures, develops robust NC programs, and ensures clear setup documentation, embracing Vericut validation and continuous

Qualifications

• 7+ years NC programming for production machining.
• 5-axis NC programming experience for aerospace parts (aluminum & hard metals).
• Ability to read engineering drawings, GD&T, and manufacturing docs.
• Proficient in CATIA V5 NC programming.
• Proficient in NC verification tools (Vericut).
• Ability to create setup docs and operator instructions.
• Willingness to work 2nd shift.

Responsibilities

• Create, verify, and revise Machine Control Data (MCD), tooling geometry, and setup docs for multi-axis CNC (primarily 5-axis).
• Develop NC programs from engineering drawings and manufacturing requirements for aluminum and hard metals.
• Develop multiple setups/operations to meet producibility and tolerances.
• Produce setup sheets and operator instructions for consistent, safe operation.
• Use Vericut or similar tools to validate programs and avoid collisions.
• Troubleshoot and iterate programs from first article inspections and shop-floor feedback.
• Lead design of custom fixtures and tooling for multi-setup machining (Level 4).

Skills

NC programming

5-axis programming

GD&T reading

CATIA V5 NC

Vericut simulation

setup documentation

shop-floor collaboration

2nd shift availability

Education

Advanced education (Assoc/Bachelor)

Tools

CATIA V5

Vericut

Job description

Engineering

Numerical Control Programmer 4 Everett, WA Posted: 5/19/2026

Job Description

Job ID#:

218080

Job Category:

Engineering

Position Type:

Associate - W2

Duration:

26

Shift:

1

Positions Available:

10

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Numerical Control Programmer 4, in Everett, WA. Job ID#218080

Job Description:

Join a high-performing fabrication team supporting aerospace structural production in Everett, 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 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.

Primary 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 minimal direction.

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.

Education / Experience:

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.).

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations).

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance:

No Clearance

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• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled