Senior CNC Programmer - Aerospace Machining Expert

Pankl Racing Systems AG; Cerritos (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career growth opportunities

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Safety boot reimbursement

Job summary

Pankl Aerospace Systems in Cerritos, CA is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to develop and maintain CNC programs for aerospace components. You will plan contour path machining on automatic machines, select tooling, set-ups, and parameters to meet tight tolerances and customer quality standards.

The role requires five+ years in metal cutting, mastery of Mastercam or similar, multi-axis CNC mill-turn and lathe programming, and familiarity with Vericut.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the metal cutting industry (machining).
• Experience using Mastercam or equivalent software.
• Knowledge of multi-axis CNC mill-turn programming, as well as lathe and 4-5 axis mill programming.
• Experience with verification software such as Vericut or Crash Guard.
• Familiarity with Siemens, Mazak, Mori-Seiki, or similar machine controls.
• Familiarity with AS9100, flight safety requirements, 5S, and continuous improvement practices.
• Analytical and problem-solving capabilities to adapt to shifting priorities.

Responsibilities

• Perform CAM and machine programming, CAD fixture and tooling design, operator support and supplier liaison, time/cost estimation.
• Analyze drawings, sketches, and design data to determine cuts, tools, speeds and feeds.
• Evaluate part designs and materials to determine CNC machining approach.
• Select cutting tools and machining parameters for parts and materials.
• Prepare CNC setup documents with tooling and setup instructions.
• Observe machine operation on trial runs to validate programs.
• Revise CNC programming to improve reliability and speed.
• Design fixtures, clamping and work-holding methods.
• Promote safe shop practices and policies.

Skills

5+ years machining

Multi-axis CNC

Analytical problem solving

Team player

Problem solving

Tools

Mastercam

Vericut

Crash Guard

Job description

Pankl Aerospace Systems in Cerritos, CA is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to develop and maintain CNC programs for aerospace components. You will plan contour path machining on automatic machines, select tooling, set-ups, and parameters to meet tight tolerances and customer quality standards.

The role requires five+ years in metal cutting, mastery of Mastercam or similar, multi-axis CNC mill-turn and lathe programming, and familiarity with Vericut.