Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Freeform; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Health, dental & vision insurance (emr

401(k) plan (Traditional & Roth)

Relocation assistance

Paid vacation, sick leave & holidays

Genrous parental leave

Free daily catered lunch & dinner

Casual dress & flexible hours

Team events & growth opportunities

Job summary

Freeform Technologies in Hawthorne, CA, is hiring a Senior Manufacturing Engineer specialized in CNC programming and 5-axis machining. You will develop and optimize programs for complex metal parts, set up operations on DMG Mori and Haas machines, and transform CAD models into efficient shop-floor strategies.

The role requires deep Mastercam expertise, aluminum/stainless steel/titanium/Inconel experience, and a strong problem-solving mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of 5-axis CNC programming and machining experience.
• Strong expertise with Mastercam.
• Hands-on experience with DMG Mori 5-axis machines.
• Proven ability machining aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, or Inconel.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimize CNC programs for complex metal components.
• Program, set up, and refine machining operations on DMG Mori and Haas 5-axis CNC machines.
• Translate CAD models and GD&T drawings into efficient, repeatable machining strategies.
• Select and optimize tooling, speeds, feeds, and cutting strategies for throughput and quality.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and work hands-on with machinists to resolve them.
• Maintain CNC program libraries, documentation, and standardized best practices.
• Drive process improvements to reduce cycle times and increase machine utilization.
• Provide hands-on technical support and training on the shop floor.
• Ensure compliance with quality, inspection, and safety standards.

Skills

5+ years CNC programming

Mastercam

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

DMG Mori 5-axis

Haas 5-axis

Siemens controls

Mastercam CAM

Job description

At a Glance Company: Freeform Technologies Location: Hawthorne, CA Job Type: Full-Time Pay Range: $110,000 – $200,000/year (based on experience) + Stock Options Shift: Flexible Overtime: Yes, as needed Experience Level: Senior Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Why This Role Exists

This role exists because Freeform is scaling advanced manufacturing into true production. Freeform is moving beyond R&D into high-volume, vertically integrated production of complex metal parts for aerospace, defense, and advanced industrial customers. To do that, the company needs manufacturing engineers who deeply understand CNC machining, programming, and process optimization — not just theory.

The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Develop, implement, and optimize CNC programs for complex metal components
• Program, set up, and refine machining operations on DMG Mori and Haas 5-axis CNC machines
• Translate CAD models and GD&T drawings into efficient, repeatable machining strategies
• Select and optimize tooling, speeds, feeds, and cutting strategies for throughput and quality
• Troubleshoot machining issues and work hands‑on with machinists to resolve them
• Maintain CNC program libraries, documentation, and standardized best practices
• Drive process improvements to reduce cycle times and increase machine utilization
• Provide hands‑on technical support and training on the shop floor
• Ensure compliance with quality, inspection, and safety standards

Machines, Controls & Software

• Machines: DMG Mori 5-Axis CNC Machining Centers
• Haas Multi-Axis CNC Mills
• Controls: Siemens
• CAM Software: Mastercam
• Inspection Tools: CMMs (as applicable), Micrometers, Thread gauges, Indicators, On-machine probing systems

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of 5-axis CNC programming and machining experience
• Strong expertise with Mastercam
• Hands‑on experience with DMG Mori 5‑axis machines
• Proven ability machining aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, or Inconel
• Strong problem‑solving mindset and collaborative approach

Preferred (Not Required)

• NTMA machinist certification or equivalent training
• Experience with Siemens controls
• Experience machining metal 3D printed parts
• Experience machining castings or forgings
• Familiarity with CMMs, GD&T, and inspection planning
• Comfortable operating shop equipment (cranes, forklifts, power tools)

Materials You’ll Work With

• Aluminum
• Stainless Steel
• Titanium
• Inconel & nickel‑based alloys

Why Engineers & Machinists Like Working at Freeform

• Engineering decisions are grounded in real machining
• Modern 5‑axis CNC equipment and advanced automation
• Tight collaboration between engineers, machinists, and programmers
• High‑impact work that directly influences production scale
• Competitive compensation plus equity ownership
• Clean, organized, state‑of‑the‑art facility
• A culture focused on learning, ownership, and execution

Pay, Benefits & Schedule

• Pay: $110,000 – $200,000/year (DOE); Top of range reserved for exceptional technical depth and manufacturing leadership
• Benefits Include: Significant pre‑IPO stock option packages
• 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Traditional & Roth 401(k)
• Relocation assistance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Generous paid parental leave
• Free daily catered lunch & dinner
• Casual dress and flexible hours
• Regular team events and growth opportunities