Senior CNC Programmer (Mastercam) – 3-5 Axis, On-Site

Karman Space & Defense; Virginia; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

HSA with company contribution

FSA

Life and AD&D insurance

Short & Long-term disability

Job summary

Karman Space & Defense is hiring a CNC Programmer to develop, implement, and support machining processes for high-precision components. You will create and optimize toolpaths, design strategies, and collaborate with machinists, engineering, and quality teams to ensure manufacturability and production efficiency.

The role emphasizes five+ years of Mastercam experience, strong GD&T and print-reading skills, and the ability to work on the shop floor while mentoring colleagues.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of hands-on Mastercam programming experience.
• Solid print reading skills and understanding of GD&T.
• Ability to read and interpret CMM reports and verify data using 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, toolpaths, and fixtures for three-, four-, and five-axis CNC machines.
• Supports projects from initial programming through production release and optimization.
• Troubleshoots machining, tooling, and quality issues on the shop floor.
• Improves legacy part programs and enhances existing production processes.
• Interprets CMM reports and inspection data with Quality.
• Uses precision measuring tools to validate setups and outcomes.
• Provides manufacturability guidance to engineering teams and customers.
• Mentors machinists, operators, and other programmers.

Skills

Mastercam programming

GD&T understanding

Print reading

CMM data interpretation

Shop floor troubleshooting

Education

Associate degree or higher in manufacturing-related field

Job description

Karman Space & Defense is hiring a CNC Programmer to develop, implement, and support machining processes for high-precision components. You will create and optimize toolpaths, design strategies, and collaborate with machinists, engineering, and quality teams to ensure manufacturability and production efficiency.

The role emphasizes five+ years of Mastercam experience, strong GD&T and print-reading skills, and the ability to work on the shop floor while mentoring colleagues.