Senior CNC Programmer — Aerospace Machining Lead

DRT Holdings, LLC; Sidney (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Day 1 benefits & 401K company match

Paid time off and holidays

Training and professional development

Tuition reimbursement

Stable aerospace manufacturing

Job summary

DRT Aerospace is seeking a Sr. Machinist Programmer to lead CNC programming and process development for aerospace components. This hands-on role combines programming, engineering, and shop-floor support to enhance quality and on-time delivery.

Ideal candidates have extensive Mastercam experience, familiarity with Siemens NX CAM, and a background in aerospace or precision manufacturing. You will collaborate across Engineering, Quality, and Operations to drive improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent manufacturing experience.
• 5+ years of CNC Programming, Manufacturing Engineering, or Process Engineering experience.
• Strong Mastercam programming experience.
• Experience with Siemens NX CAM preferred.
• Experience programming CNC Lathes, VTLs, Milling Centers, and Multi-Axis equipment.
• Strong knowledge of machining processes, tooling, and fixtures.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in aerospace or other precision manufacturing environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and maintain CNC programs using Mastercam and/or Siemens NX CAM.
• Support CNC Mills, Lathes, VTLs, and Multi-Axis Machining Centers.
• Create machining strategies for complex aerospace components.
• Determine tooling, fixturing, setup requirements, and manufacturing methods.
• Generate setup sheets, operation instructions, and manufacturing documentation.
• Conduct machine prove-outs and production launches.
• Interpret engineering drawings, models, specifications, and GD&T requirements.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and production issues on the shop floor.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams.
• Support first article inspections and process validations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, cost reduction, throughput, and efficiency.
• Maintain revision-controlled CNC programs and manufacturing documentation.

Skills

CNC programming

Manufacturing engineering

Process engineering

Mastercam

GD&T

Blueprint reading

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Siemens NX CAM

Job description

DRT Aerospace is seeking a Sr. Machinist Programmer to lead CNC programming and process development for aerospace components. This hands-on role combines programming, engineering, and shop-floor support to enhance quality and on-time delivery.

Ideal candidates have extensive Mastercam experience, familiarity with Siemens NX CAM, and a background in aerospace or precision manufacturing. You will collaborate across Engineering, Quality, and Operations to drive improvements.