Associate Numerical Control Programmer

Position Responsibilities

Provides knowledge of numerical control, machining, and programming inspection machine tools.
Performs a variety of qualitative and quantitative analysis of NC programs to ensure validation and compliance to customer and regulatory requirements and specifications.
Analyzes blueprints, engineering models, and electronic controls to support NC programming.
Works with NC programmers to optimize or modify programs as required.
Programs CMM’s, portable inspection devices and provides verification of NC programs using software and apps.
Validates fabrication, assembly, or installation manufacturing plans by coordinating with suppliers, engineering, and manufacturing teams.
Develops tooling, interchangeability, replacement, and functional test plans.
Defines sequences of events, develops text and graphics work instructions, manufacturing datasets, tooling requirements, and manufacturing bills of material.
Communicates with cross-functional teams to influence and clarify design concepts.
Coordinates change incorporation, optimizes processes, and addresses producibility issues as well as production & post-production problems.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Ability to apply process knowledge in one or more of the following areas: Composite non-metallic, metallic machining, sheet metal, systems, structures and inspection.
• 2+ years of professional experience in numerical control (NC) programming of inspection devices and/or experience in quality control, quality assurance, or familiarization with basic quality principles in an aerospace manufacturing environment.
• Ability to program multiple inspection machine tools including CMM’s, portable measuring devices, articulation arms and verify programs using software or apps.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Experience with inspection machine tools and NC Programming software.
• Frequent interaction with internal personnel in the manufacturing environment and occasionally with inter-organizational personnel and external customers.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office, especially with Excel.
• Strong knowledge of SAP, CATIA / ENOVIA / Metrologic / Verisurf / Polyworks.
• Understanding of the master scheduling requirements.
• Ability to take a project from start to finish.
• Willingness to work cross-functionally.

Union

This is a union-represented position.

Drug Free Workplace

We are a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits

• We strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
• We also provide eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
• The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
• Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range

$60,100 - $92,150

Kansas Tax Credit

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Export Control Requirements

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.