Senior CNC Programmer — Aerospace 3–5 Axis Expert

Cascade Engineering Technologies; Canby (OR); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Quarterly bonus after 6 months

Health savings account

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Job summary

Cascade Engineering Technologies is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to support the production of precision aerospace components for defense and commercial aircraft programs. This role focuses on developing, optimizing, and verifying complex toolpaths and machining processes to hit quality and delivery targets.

The position involves reviewing drawings, GD&T, and specifications, and collaborating with machinists, engineers, and production leaders to improve cycle times and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of CNC programming and machining experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, models, specifications, and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Develop CNC programs using Mastercam, hyperMill, SolidWorks CAM, or similar software.
• Create and optimize toolpaths, cutting strategies, and machining processes.
• Review engineering drawings, models, specifications, and GD&T requirements.
• Support setup, prove-out, and first article activities for new and existing parts.
• Troubleshoot programming, tooling, setup, and machining issues.
• Work with machinists, engineers, and production leaders to improve quality, cycle times, and efficiency.
• Document programming methods, setup notes, tooling requirements, and process improvements.
• Support continuous improvement efforts across machining operations.
• Follow all safety requirements and contribute to a clean, organized, and professional work environment.

Skills

3+ years CNC programming

Read and interpret drawings

GD&T understanding

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Tools

Mastercam

hyperMill

SolidWorks CAM

Job description

Cascade Engineering Technologies is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to support the production of precision aerospace components for defense and commercial aircraft programs. This role focuses on developing, optimizing, and verifying complex toolpaths and machining processes to hit quality and delivery targets.

The position involves reviewing drawings, GD&T, and specifications, and collaborating with machinists, engineers, and production leaders to improve cycle times and efficiency.