Senior CNC Programmer – 3–5 Axis Milling & Lathes

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

10 paid holidays

Disability insurance

Job summary

Primus Aerospace seeks an experienced CNC Programmer to develop, optimize, and maintain CNC programs for 3-, 4-, and 5-axis mills and CNC lathes in a fast-paced aerospace production environment.

You will collaborate with machinists and engineers, implement tooling improvements, support new product introduction, and ensure programs meet GD&T and quality standards.

Competitive hourly pay reflects experience, with strong benefits and a culture of teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of CNC programming experience for mills and/or lathes.
• Strong understanding of GD&T and blueprint reading.
• Experience with multi-axis machining (3, 4, and/or 5-axis).
• Proficiency with CAM software (e.g., Mastercam, NX, or similar) preferred.

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

Tools

Mastercam

NX

Job description

Primus Aerospace seeks an experienced CNC Programmer to develop, optimize, and maintain CNC programs for 3-, 4-, and 5-axis mills and CNC lathes in a fast-paced aerospace production environment.

You will collaborate with machinists and engineers, implement tooling improvements, support new product introduction, and ensure programs meet GD&T and quality standards.

Competitive hourly pay reflects experience, with strong benefits and a culture of teamwork.