Senior CNC Programmer Lead – Hypersonics

Socket.dev

Mukilteo (WA)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 110,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

HSA

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Karman Space & Defense is seeking a seasoned CNC Programmer in Mukilteo, WA to develop and optimize precision machining for aerospace components. You will work closely with machinists, engineers, and QA to ensure manufacturability and part quality on complex three- to five-axis machines.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years Mastercam experience, strong GD&T knowledge, and on-floor problem-solving skills. This role offers competitive benefits and opportunities to mentor others on advanced CAM

Qualifications

Five or more years of hands-on Mastercam programming experience.
Solid print reading skills and understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
Ability to read and interpret CMM reports and verify data using traditional measuring tools.
Ability to work directly on the shop floor to diagnose and resolve machining issues.
Strong computer skills with knowledge of file and data management.

Responsibilities

Develops and programs machining processes for complex components using Mastercam.
Designs machining strategies and fixtures for three-, four-, and five-axis CNC machines.
Owns assigned projects from concept through production release and ongoing support.
Troubleshoots machining, tooling, and quality issues directly on the shop floor.
Supports and improves legacy part programs and existing production processes.
Collaborates with Quality to interpret CMM reports, dimensional data, and inspection results.
Uses precision measuring tools to validate setups, processes, and corrective actions.
Provides manufacturability feedback to engineering teams and customers.
Mentors machinists, operators, and other programmers.
Assists in standardizing best practices for programming, setups, and documentation.
Supports continuous improvement initiatives related to machining and CAM workflows.