Senior CNC Programmer- Aerospace Manufacturing

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and 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 in Canby, Oregon is seeking a Senior CNC Programmer to drive production of precision aerospace components for defense and commercial aircraft programs. You will develop CNC programs for 3-, 4-, and 5-axis machines using Mastercam, HyperMill, or SolidWorks CAM, and optimize toolpaths, setup, and processes.

Eligible to work in the United States. Aerospace experience preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of CNC programming and machining experience.
• Experience programming 3-, 4-, and 5-axis machines.
• Proficiency with CAM software such as Mastercam, HyperMill, SolidWorks CAM, or similar programs.
• Strong understanding of G-code, M-code, tooling, and setting speeds and feeds.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, models, specifications, and GD&T.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Experience with verification software such as Vericut preferred.
• Experience machining aluminum, titanium, stainless steel, and/or Inconel preferred.
• Aerospace manufacturing experience preferred.

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

CNC programming

Multi-axis machining

G-code / M-code

Drawing interpretation

CAM software proficiency

Tools

Mastercam

HyperMill

SolidWorks CAM

Job description

Cascade Engineering Technologies- Senior CNC Programmer

Pay: 110,000+ depending on experience

Location: Canby, Oregon

Build Complex Aerospace Parts That Matter.

Cascade Engineering Technologies (CET) is hiring an experienced CNC Programmer to help drive production of precision aerospace components supporting defense and commercial aircraft programs.

If you enjoy solving machining challenges, programming complex parts, improving processes, and seeing your work hit the floor quickly—this is a role where you can make a real impact.

We’re looking for someone who takes pride in precision, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Why Join CET?

• Work on complex aerospace components
• Support 3, 4, and 5-axis machining
• Opportunity to improve processes and influence production
• Stable, growing aerospace manufacturing company
• Tight-knit team where strong performers are valued

What You’ll Do

• 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.

• 3+ years of CNC programming and machining experience.
• Experience programming 3, 4, and/or 5-axis CNC machines.
• Proficiency with CAM software such as Mastercam, hyperMill, SolidWorks CAM, or similar programs.
• Strong understanding of G-code, M-code, tooling, and setting speeds and feeds.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, models, specifications, and GD&T.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Experience with verification software such as Vericut preferred.
• Experience machining aluminum, titanium, stainless steel, and/or Inconel preferred.
• Aerospace manufacturing experience preferred.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Quarterly bonus opportunity after 6 months
• Health savings account
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program