Senior CNC Programmer - 5-Axis Defense-Grade Precision

Mach Industries; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Mach Industries seeks a CNC Machine Programmer to join our mission-driven team, programming and operating advanced CNC machines to craft precision components for autonomous defense platforms. You’ll help ensure quality, efficiency, and reliability of our manufacturing processes, directly contributing to systems that reshape modern warfare.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you’ll collaborate with engineers to accelerate prototyping and rapid production cycles, handling 5-axis mills, live

Qualifications

• 5+ years programming CNC machines using CAM software
• Experience setting up and operating CNC machines in multi-axis and 3D machining
• Strong understanding of G and M codes and GD&T principles

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, CAD models, and specs to develop CNC programs for multi-axis milling and turning.
• Program, set up, and operate CNC machines using CAM software to produce high-tolerance components.
• Design and implement custom workholding and fixturing to optimize efficiency and accuracy.
• Operate 5-axis mills, live tooling lathes, mill-turns, and multi-tasking machines to deliver parts.
• Troubleshoot machining issues, adjust programs in real-time, optimize processes.
• Perform in-process and final GD&T checks to ensure conformance.
• Maintain and clean CNC equipment to ensure peak performance.
• Collaborate with engineers on design, prototyping, and integration for manufacturability.
• Adapt to prototyping and short-run production demands.
• Uphold defense industry standards and safety protocols.

Skills

CNC programming

Multi-axis machining

G-code & M-code

GD&T

CNC controls (Fanuc/Siemens/Brother)

Quality inspection

Tools

CAM software

CAD tools (SolidWorks/NX)

Job description

Mach Industries seeks a CNC Machine Programmer to join our mission-driven team, programming and operating advanced CNC machines to craft precision components for autonomous defense platforms. You’ll help ensure quality, efficiency, and reliability of our manufacturing processes, directly contributing to systems that reshape modern warfare.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you’ll collaborate with engineers to accelerate prototyping and rapid production cycles, handling 5-axis mills, live