Senior Mastercam CNC Programmer 5-Axis Aerospace NPI Lead

Ascentec Engineering, LLC; Dallas, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Medical/Dental/Vision

Disability coverage

401(k) with matching

Profit sharing

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Ascentec Engineering in Dallas, Oregon, is seeking a Mastercam CNC Programmer to join our onsite team. The role focuses on high-end programming for aerospace, spaceflight, and defense components, with rapid NPI work and multi-axis programming expertise.

The ideal candidate will develop strategies, tooling concepts, and Mastercam programs, collaborating with engineering and production to ensure fast, accurate, and reliable results in a non-remote setting. ITAR requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Independently program complex, high-tolerance multi-axis components.
• Advanced proficiency with Mastercam.
• 5-axis CNC programming experience, including simultaneous 5-axis.
• Strong understanding of NC code, tooling, speeds and feeds, cutting strategies, and machine capabilities.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, specifications, and GD&T.
• Experience with CNC program verification and simulation software.

Responsibilities

• Develop advanced CNC programs using Mastercam for complex aerospace, spaceflight, and defense components.
• Program 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC mills, including simultaneous 5-axis toolpaths.
• Rapidly develop CNC programs from customer CAD models, engineering drawings, and specifications.
• Prioritize quick-turn programming and rapid response to customer requirements, balancing speed with program quality and reliability.
• Efficiently program complex geometries, tight-tolerance features, thin walls, deep cavities, difficult access conditions, and complex 3D surfaces.
• Select appropriate cutting tools, tool geometries, machining strategies, speeds, feeds, and cutting parameters.
• Perform thorough toolpath verification and simulation using Mastercam and applicable verification software.
• Identify and eliminate potential collisions, gouges, over-travel, and other programming risks before programs reach the machine.
• Review customer models and drawings to identify machining challenges and determine the most effective programming approach.
• Make rapid programming revisions in response to changes in customer requirements, engineering updates, or machining feedback.
• Maintain accurate, organized, and controlled CNC programs and supporting documentation.
• Work closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Production to resolve programming-related issues and support successful program implementation.
• Utilize advanced CNC programming techniques including probing, tool and fixture offsets, subprograms, macros, and other machine-control capabilities where appropriate.
• Support multiple CNC machine platforms and controls as business needs require.
• Stay current with advanced Mastercam capabilities, cutting strategies, tooling technology, and CNC programming best practices.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced environment where program turnaround time and customer responsiveness are critical performance factors.

Skills

Senior-level programming

Mastercam

5-axis programming

NC programming

GD&T

Problem solving

Communication

Organization

Job description

Ascentec Engineering in Dallas, Oregon, is seeking a Mastercam CNC Programmer to join our onsite team. The role focuses on high-end programming for aerospace, spaceflight, and defense components, with rapid NPI work and multi-axis programming expertise.

The ideal candidate will develop strategies, tooling concepts, and Mastercam programs, collaborating with engineering and production to ensure fast, accurate, and reliable results in a non-remote setting. ITAR requirements apply.