CNC MACHINIST / PROGRAMMER - LEVEL 2

Key Responsibilities

• Create, optimize, and troubleshoot Mastercam programs for moderately complex to highly complex parts and assemblies.
• Develop multi-axis toolpaths, high-efficiency machining strategies, and complex workholding solutions.
• Select and validate tooling, feeds, speeds, and cutting strategies based on material, geometry, tolerances, and machine capabilities.
• Lead setup validation, prove-outs, and first-article runs to confirm production readiness.
• Ensure programs meet engineering drawings, tight tolerances, GD&T requirements, and dimensional standards.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams regarding design intent, manufacturability, inspection methods, and process capability.
• Create and maintain setup sheets, tool lists, revision records, and clear process documentation.
• Perform CNC Machine Technician - Level 2 responsibilities when required, including production ownership, inspection, and documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Advanced Mastercam proficiency, including complex toolpath generation and post-processing.
• Strong CNC milling and/or turning experience, including multi-axis machining.
• In-depth knowledge of tooling, tool geometry, coatings, cutting applications, machine setups, workholding, and fixture validation.
• Strong understanding and practical application of GD&T.
• Proficiency with precision measurement equipment, including micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and indicators.
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and convert them into efficient machining processes.
• Strong independent troubleshooting, problem-solving, written communication, and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 to 7 or more years of CNC programming and/or machining experience.
• Experience with CAM simulation and verification software.
• Experience supporting lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Aerospace manufacturing or aerospace component machining experience is a plus.