Senior CNC Programmer / Engineer

PPG; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity workplace

Commitment to integrity and professionalism

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturing company is seeking a Senior CNC Programmer / Engineer to enhance CNC programming and process planning for multi-axis CNC machining operations. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in aerospace CNC machining, proficiency in CAD/CAM software, and expertise in tooling design. This onsite role is based in Sylmar, CA, and offers a competitive salary range of $110,000 - $150,000, reflecting the importance of high-quality production processes and continuous improvement in manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in CNC programming and machining in aerospace and high-precision industries.
• Proficient in 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC machining.
• Experienced in CAD/CAM software and G-/M-code programming.

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, and optimize CNC programs for multi-axis milling machines.
• Design and qualify cutting tools for CNC machining applications.
• Apply CNC simulation and verification tools for process reliability.

Skills

CNC programming

Multi-axis machining

CAM software

GD&T

Technical drawing interpretation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Mastercam

Siemens NX

CATIA

Job description

Overview

PPG's Aerospace Business is seeking a Senior CNC Programmer / Engineer to join our engineering team. You will play a critical role in CNC programming, process planning, tooling, machine tool selection, and continuous improvement for multi-axis CNC machining operations.

Location

This is an onsite position based out of our Sylmar, CA facility and reporting to the Senior Manager of Plant Operations Engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, and optimize CNC programs for multi-axis (3, 4, 5-axis) milling machines to support manufacturing of plastic transparencies, composites, and aerospace tooling components.
• Utilize CAM software such as Mastercam, NX, CATIA, or similar.
• Design and qualify cutting tools, fixturing, and work holding for aerospace and precision plastic CNC machining applications.
• Establish and continuously refine machining parameters, coolant/lubrication delivery, and machining strategies to drive stable, repeatable production while meeting requirements for tool life, dimensional accuracy, surface finish, and AS9100 compliance.
• Apply CNC simulation and verification tools (e.g., VERICUT) for digital twin validation, collision avoidance, and process reliability.
• Interpret and create technical drawings, GD&T, and 3D CAD models to produce accurate and compliant toolpaths.
• Evaluate and implement emerging machining technologies, tooling solutions, and industry best practices by actively researching suppliers, attending trade shows, and benchmarking new techniques.
• Evaluate, qualify, and recommend new CNC machinery and equipment, supporting strategic capital investment decisions to enhance precision plastic manufacturing capability, process reliability, and compliance with AS9100 and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Only U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders, and political asylees or refugees are eligible to apply.
• Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering preferred
• 7+ years of progressive experience in CNC programming and machining in aerospace, defense, and high-precision industries, with experience in plastics machining
• Proficient in 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC machining, with experience on Zimmermann, CMS, Makino, DMG MORI, Mazak, Okuma, or Haas platforms, and skilled in Siemens SINUMERIK, Fanuc, and Mazatrol controls
• Experienced in CAD/CAM software (Siemens NX, CATIA, Mastercam) and G-/M-code programming
• Knowledge of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and blueprint interpretation, applied to aerospace and high-precision manufacturing tolerances.
• The salary range for this role is $110,000 - $150,000

About Us

Here at PPG we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday – everyday.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.