Senior CNC Programmer

laborup; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 126,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

laborup is seeking a Senior CNC Programmer to own the manufacturing process from review to production release, programming Hermle 5-axis machines and other high-end centers in Huntsville, AL. You’ll drive tooling, workholding, and automation while collaborating with machinists.

The role emphasizes NPI, first articles, and continuous improvement in a fast-growing aerospace/defense environment. Strong NX CAM and documentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of CNC programming experience.
• Complex 5-axis programming experience; strong GD&T and blueprint interpretation.
• Manufacturing process development experience.
• Siemens NX CAM experience.
• First article and production release experience.
• Manufacturing documentation experience.

Responsibilities

• CAM Programming: Develop CNC programs using Siemens NX CAM.
• Process Development: Build manufacturing processes from model through production.
• New Product Introduction: Support NPI planning, prove-outs, and first articles.
• Manufacturing Strategy: Develop tooling and workholding solutions.
• Documentation: Create setup sheets and manufacturing documentation.
• Floor Support: Assist machinists during prove-outs and production launches.
• Continuous Improvement: Improve cycle times, setups, and process stability.
• Cross-Functional Support: Partner with Quality, Engineering, and Operations.
• Customer Programs: Support successful execution of complex manufacturing projects.
• Mentorship: Help develop machinists and junior programmers.

Skills

CNC programming

5-axis programming

GD&T interpretation

Manufacturing process development

First article release

Documentation

Tools

Siemens NX CAM

Hermle 5-axis Machining Centers

Heller Horizontal Machining Centers

Zayer Large-Format Machining Platforms

DN Solutions Machining Centers

Siemens Sinumerik/Heidenhain Controls

Wenzel CMM Systems

Job description

Overview

We’re hiring Senior CNC Programmers for a precision manufacturing facility supporting aerospace and defense industries. This role goes well beyond writing toolpaths—you’ll own the manufacturing process from customer model review through first article approval and production release, helping determine how some of the shop’s most complex components are manufactured.

You’ll work alongside manufacturing engineers and senior machinists to develop stable, repeatable machining processes using Siemens NX CAM, programming advanced Hermle 5-axis machining centers, horizontal machining centers, and other high-end equipment. You’ll influence tooling, workholding, setup strategy, and automation while partnering directly with the machinists proving out your programs on the floor.

The company is investing heavily in advanced manufacturing technology as it continues expanding its aerospace and defense work. With modern equipment, complex new product introductions, and a strong engineering culture, this is an opportunity to work on challenging parts while helping shape the manufacturing processes that drive the business forward.

Why Join Us

• Advanced Programming:Program Hermle 5-axis machines using Siemens NX CAM.
• Process Ownership:Own projects from customer model through production release.
• Growing Company:Support expanding aerospace and defense manufacturing programs.

Compensation

• Salaried up to $140k / yr
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• Full-time, permanent position

Hiring on First Shift

• 1st Shift:Full-time day shift

What You’ll Work With

• Siemens NX CAM
• Hermle 5-Axis Machining Centers
• Heller Horizontal Machining Centers
• Zayer Large-Format Machining Platforms
• DN Solutions Machining Centers
• Siemens Sinumerik & Heidenhain Controls
• Wenzel CMM Systems
• Aerospace, defense, and medical device components

Responsibilities

• CAM Programming:Develop CNC programs using Siemens NX CAM.
• Process Development:Build manufacturing processes from model through production.
• New Product Introduction:Support NPI planning, prove-outs, and first articles.
• Manufacturing Strategy:Develop tooling and workholding solutions.
• Documentation:Create setup sheets and manufacturing documentation.
• Floor Support:Assist machinists during prove-outs and production launches.
• Continuous Improvement:Improve cycle times, setups, and process stability.
• Cross-Functional Support:Partner with Quality, Engineering, and Operations.
• Customer Programs:Support successful execution of complex manufacturing projects.
• Mentorship:Help develop machinists and junior programmers.

Qualifications

Required

• 10+ years of CNC programming experience
• Complex 5-axis programming experienceStrong GD&T and blueprint interpretation
• Manufacturing process development experience
• Siemens NX CAM experience
• First article and production release experience
• Manufacturing documentation experience

Preferred

• Aerospace, defense, or medical manufacturing
• Mill-turn programming experience
• AS9100 manufacturing experience
• Siemens or Heidenhain controls
• Automation or lights-out manufacturing
• Titanium or nickel alloy machining
• Experience mentoring programmers or machinists

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.

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