Senior 5-Axis CNC Programmer - Aerospace Manufacturing

Primus Aerospace; Reisterstown (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Incentive plans

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Primus Aerospace is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer to develop, optimize, and maintain programs for 3, 4, and 5-axis mills and lathes in our Maryland cell. You will own programming and process execution for assigned parts, collaborating with machinists to ensure high quality and timely delivery.

A minimum of five years’ CNC programming experience, strong GD&T understanding, and proficiency with CAM tools (Mastercam/NX) are required.

Qualifications

• Five+ years CNC programming experience for mills and/or lathes.
• Strong understanding of GD&T and blueprint reading.
• Experience with multi-axis machining (3–5 axes).
• Proficiency with CAM software (Mastercam, NX, or similar).
• Excellent problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimize CNC programs for 3, 4, and 5-axis mills and CNC lathes.
• Take full responsibility for CNC programming and process execution for assigned parts and equipment.
• Improve manufacturing processes through tooling recommendations, fixture design, and cycle time optimization.
• Collaborate with machinists, operators, and cross-functional teams to ensure efficient and accurate production.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) and maintain high standards on repeat production work.
• Ensure all programs and processes meet quality requirements, including GD&T standards.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to enhance quality, efficiency, and throughput.
• Maintain accurate documentation including work instructions and program revisions.
• Adhere to all safety, quality, and operational procedures.

Skills

CNC programming

GD&T

Blueprint reading

Multi-axis machining

CAM software

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Tools

Mastercam

NX

Job description

Primus Aerospace is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer to develop, optimize, and maintain programs for 3, 4, and 5-axis mills and lathes in our Maryland cell. You will own programming and process execution for assigned parts, collaborating with machinists to ensure high quality and timely delivery.

A minimum of five years’ CNC programming experience, strong GD&T understanding, and proficiency with CAM tools (Mastercam/NX) are required.