Sr. Programmer, CNC - Level 5

The Atlas Group; Park City, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Atlas Group in the United States seeks an experienced CNC Programmer to lead aerospace programming initiatives. You will design and optimize NC programs for 3–5 axis milling, verify designs with software, and collaborate with manufacturing planners to meet customer requirements.

Responsibilities include creating efficient templates, maintaining master files, troubleshooting production issues, and advancing cost-effective cutting tool usage while integrating lean manufacturing practices.

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable in G-code.
• Must be able to read customer provided drawings.
• Ability to communicate professionally both in written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related software.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Lead CNC programming group for the entire CNC programming team.
• Provide efficient programming templates for fellow programmers on critical projects.
• Design and create NC programs for extrusion, hogout, forging, casting, and tooling products.
• Design and create NC programs for 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis milling customer products.
• Validate NC programs prior to production use using verification software.
• Troubleshoot CNC programming and production related issues.
• Maintain master files of programming and optimize feeds and spindle speeds.
• Integrate improved cutting tool technology and lean manufacturing practices.

Skills

G-code

Reading drawings

Communication

Prioritization

MS Office

Problem solving

Teamwork

CAD/CAM

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CAD/CAM

Job description

Overview

Responsible for working closely with manufacturing planner and CNC shop personnel to produce reliable CNC processes to meet customer requirements by performing the following duties.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Serves as lead CNC technical advisor for entire CNC programming group.
• Provides very efficient programming template for fellow programmers on critical programming projects.
• Designs and creates NC programs for large extrusion products.
• Designs and creates NC programs for large block HOGOUT products.
• Designs and creates NC programs for forging and/or casting products.
• Designs and creates NC programs for forging and/or casting related tooling.
• Designs and creates NC programs for assembly related tooling.
• Designs and creates NC programs for 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis milling customer products.
• Displays expertise in 4-axis horizontal mill machining programming with great efficiency.
• Displays expertise in 5-axis mill machining programming with great efficiency.
• Plans details of CNC related operation.
• Provides accurate setup documentation.
• Validates NC programs prior to production use by using verification software.
• Approves and places NC programs, setup information on machine server for shop use.
• Performs troubleshooting on CNC programming related problems.
• Participates in troubleshooting on production related problems.
• Upkeeps and/or maintains master files of programming.
• Optimizes feed rate and spindle RPM to for cost affectivity.
• Integrates improved and/or new cutting tool technology.
• Participates in the improvement process by utilizing lean manufacturing method.
• Proposes feasible solutions for future overall process improvements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

• 8+ years of experience in aerospace programming using CAD/CAM
• Experience with programming 3 and 4 axis parts

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledgeable in G-code
• Must be able to read customer provided drawing
• Ability to communicate professionally both in written and verbal communication
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related software
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience programming 5 axis parts.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to use a computer and other office equipment

Working Conditions

• This position operates in an office and manufacturing environment. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is mandatory. Employees may be exposed to moderate to high noise levels and other typical manufacturing conditions.

EEO Statement: Atlas Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

ITAR Statement: This role may involve access to export-controlled information or technology; individuals in this position must meet the definition of a "U.S. Person" under ITAR, 22 C.F.R. § 120.62. Eligibility will be verified as a condition of employment, and employees are required to follow all applicable export control requirements and company policies.