Senior CNC Programmer: High-Value Machining & Mentoring

Rolls-Royce plc; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Employee discounts

Health benefits and support

Job summary

Rolls-Royce plc is seeking a Senior CNC Programmer in Graniteville, SC. You will own CNC machining strategies for complex components such as engine parts, develop multi-axis programs, and lead shop-floor prove-outs and optimizations.

You will mentor other engineers and drive continuous improvements across machining operations. The role requires a technical apprenticeship with a Technician/Master qualification and CNC programming experience for high-volume manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Technical apprenticeship completed with Technician or Master qualification.
• Experience in CNC programming for complex, high‑value components.

Responsibilities

• Define and own CNC machining strategies for complex parts.
• Develop and maintain advanced CNC programs for multi‑axis centers.
• Lead shop-floor prove-out and optimization.
• Serve as senior technical authority for CNC programming.
• Drive continuous improvement: cycle time, tooling, and quality.
• Develop standard machining concepts and best practices.

Skills

CNC programming

High-volume machining

SPC concepts

Machining simulation tools

Education

Technical apprenticeship with Technician/Master

Tools

SAP

Manufacturing documentation

Job description

Rolls-Royce plc is seeking a Senior CNC Programmer in Graniteville, SC. You will own CNC machining strategies for complex components such as engine parts, develop multi-axis programs, and lead shop-floor prove-outs and optimizations.

You will mentor other engineers and drive continuous improvements across machining operations. The role requires a technical apprenticeship with a Technician/Master qualification and CNC programming experience for high-volume manufacturing.