Sr. CNC Programmer

Belcan Corporation; California (MO); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Life Insurance

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Belcan Corporation is seeking a Sr. CNC Programmer in California. The role involves developing and optimizing CNC programs for multi-axis milling machines supporting plastic machining. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree and 7+ years of experience in CNC programming.

Competitive pay at $110,000 annually plus bonuses and benefits including health insurance and paid vacation. The position requires strong skills in generating compliance with aerospace manufacturing standards.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in CNC programming and machining.
• Proficient in 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC machining.
• Experience in plastics machining and aerospace.

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, and optimize CNC programs.
• Utilize CAM software for CNC machining.
• Establish and refine machining parameters.

Skills

CNC programming

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Blueprint interpretation

Knowledge of GD&T

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Siemens SINUMERIK

Fanuc controls

Mazatrol controls

CAM software (Siemens NX, CATIA, Mastercam)

Job description

Job Overview

Job Title: Sr. CNC Programmer

Pay Rate: $110,000 annually + Bonus

Location: Sylmar, CA

Start Date: Right Away

Keywords: #CNCProgrammerJobs #Sylmarjobs #SrCNCProgrammer

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Life, Retirement Plan
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Disability/Leave, and other Voluntary benefit offerings
• Actual benefit offerings confirmed at the time of hire.

Job Description

Play a critical role in CNC programming, process planning, tooling, machine tool selection, and continuous improvement for multi-axis CNC machining operations. Define and optimize machining strategies—including tooling, fixturing, machine selection, and coolant or lubrication delivery—to drive efficient, high-quality, and cost-effective production of precision plastic transparencies. Reporting to Senior Manager of Plant Operations Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, and optimize CNC programs for multi-axis (3, 4, 5-axis) milling machines to support manufacturing of plastic transparencies, composites, and aerospace tooling components.
• Utilize CAM software such as Mastercam, NX, CATIA, or similar.
• Design and qualify cutting tools, fixturing, and work holding for aerospace and precision plastic CNC machining applications.
• Establish and continuously refine machining parameters, coolant/lubrication delivery, and machining strategies to drive stable, repeatable production while meeting requirements for tool life, dimensional accuracy, surface finish, and AS9100 compliance.
• Apply CNC simulation and verification tools (e.g., VERICUT) for digital twin validation, collision avoidance, and process reliability.
• Interpret and create technical drawings, GD&T, and 3D CAD models to produce accurate and compliant toolpaths.
• Evaluate and implement emerging machining technologies, tooling solutions, and industry best practices by actively researching suppliers, attending trade shows, and benchmarking new techniques.
• Evaluate, qualify, and recommend new CNC machinery and equipment, supporting strategic capital investment decisions to enhance precision plastic manufacturing capability, process reliability, and compliance with AS9100 and industry standards.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in CNC programming and machining in aerospace, defense, and high-precision industries, with experience in plastics machining.
• Proficient in 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC machining, with experience on Zimmermann, CMS, Makino, DMG MORI, Mazak, Okuma, or Haas platforms.
• Skilled in Siemens SINUMERIK, Fanuc, and Mazatrol controls.
• Experienced in CAD/CAM software (Siemens NX, CATIA, Mastercam) and G-/M-code programming.

Skills and Knowledge

• Able to follow instructions, sketches, blueprints, engineering drawings, and manuals.
• Capable of problem-solving: exercises judgment to identify and solve problems that arise with little or no precedent.
• Effective oral and written communication.
• Knowledge of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and blueprint interpretation, applied to aerospace and high-precision manufacturing tolerances.
• Only U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders, and political asylees or refugees are eligible to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.