Fuze HR Solutions is recruiting an experienced Senior CNC Programmer for an established aerospace manufacturing organization specializing in high-precision machining and complex components.
This is a hands-on opportunity for a CNC programming professional who is experienced with 3-, 4-, and 5-axis machining, CNC Mill-Turn, CNC Lathes, and Mastercam and is looking to take ownership of complex machining processes and continuous improvement initiatives.
What You'll Do:
CNC Programming & Setup
- Develop, test, and debug CNC programs using G-code and M-code.
- Program 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC Mills and Lathes with live tooling.
- Create and maintain detailed setup sheets and tool lists.
- Use Mastercam to create computer models and CNC programs.
- Maintain accurate job records and program files.
- Edit and optimize programs directly at the machine control.
Process Improvement:
- Optimize machining processes to improve cycle times, efficiency, and cost.
- Analyze feeds, speeds, and toolpaths to eliminate unnecessary machine movements.
- Evaluate cutting tools and machining techniques.
- Perform tooling cost analysis and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Analyze drawings and design data to determine the best tooling and machining parameters.
- Assist with the design of custom tools and fixtures when needed.
- Support the implementation of new machining technologies and processes.
Collaboration & Quality:
- Work closely with Manufacturing, Tooling, Quality, and Production teams.
- Work directly with machinists on the shop floor to prove out and refine programs.
- Troubleshoot and revise programs to ensure efficient production.
- Ensure finished parts meet blueprint requirements and tight dimensional tolerances.
- Apply GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) throughout the manufacturing process.
What We're Looking For:
Required Experience
- 5+ years of CNC programming experience, preferably in aerospace or another high-precision manufacturing environment.
- 5+ years of hands-on Mastercam experience.
- 3–5+ years of CNC machining, setup, and operation experience.
- Strong experience programming and machining with:
- 3-axis
- 4-axis
- 5-axis
- CNC Mill-Turn
- CNC Lathes with live tooling
- Ability to edit and troubleshoot CNC programs at the machine control.
- Strong understanding of G-code and M-code.
- Experience reading and interpreting technical drawings.
- Strong knowledge of GD&T.
- Experience using precision measuring equipment, including:
- Calipers
- Micrometers
- Bore gauges
- Other precision measurement tools
Aerospace Materials Experience
Experience machining a variety of materials, including:
- Inconel
- Titanium
- Stainless Steel
- Aluminum alloys
- Ferrous alloys
- Copper alloys
- Delrin
- Nylon
- Other non-metallic materials
Software Experience
Required:
Preferred:
What Makes You a Great Fit:
We're looking for someone who is:
- Self-motivated and organized
- Highly detail-oriented
- Comfortable working hands-on in a manufacturing environment
- Strong at problem-solving and process improvement
- Focused on quality and precision
- A strong communicator
- Collaborative and team-oriented
- Comfortable working across Engineering, Quality, Production, and Manufacturing teams
Pay & Benefits:
$35.00–$50.00+ per hour DOE
Benefits include:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid Sick Leave
- Earned Paid Vacation Leave
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