Lathe CNC Programmer

CNC Lathe Programmer / Manufacturing Analyst

1st Shift | Flexible start between 6:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. (8-hour shifts)

Salary: $80,000 – $95,000

The Opportunity

We're hiring a CNC Lathe Programmer / Manufacturing Analyst to develop and implement advanced manufacturing solutions for precision aerospace components using state-of-the-art CNC equipment and software.

This is a programming-focused role for someone who lives on the lathe side — mill-turn and 2-axis work, tight-tolerance parts, tough alloys.

What You'll Do

• Create and optimize NC programs in Siemens NX for complex machining operations on mill-turn machines, 2-axis lathes, and other CNC lathes and mills as required
• Validate NC programs virtually through machine simulation
• Perform on-machine program validation and optimization
• Collaborate with design engineers to improve part designs for manufacturability
• Participate in equipment installation, runoff, and production startup
• Create process-related work instruction documentation
• Other job-related duties as required

What You Need

• High school diploma or GED
• 3–5 years of NC programming experience using CAM software, with the majority on lathes (some mill programming is fine, but lathe programming is the core of this job)
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software with a solid understanding of CAD principles and GD&T
• Fundamental understanding of machining work holding strategy, cutting tool selection, and gaging selection
• Experience creating process-related work instruction documentation
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office
• U.S. Citizenship required — this position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Security Clearance if needed. Selected candidates may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Nice to Have

• CNC grinding experience
• Experience with aerospace alloys and hardened steel alloys
• Hands-on machining experience

You should be proficient in:

• CNC Programming
• lathes
• siemans
• grinders