CNC Programmer

Primus Aerospace is a leading manufacturing partner to aerospace, defense & space OEMs / Primes & Tier I suppliers. The company specializes in producing high-tolerance, complex geometry parts; machined out of standard and exotic metals. Primus works directly with all major aerospace manufacturers (e.g., Boeing, Lockheed, Northrop) to provide components to mission critical civilian and defense programs.

The CNC Programmer works with machinery that cuts raw materials into functional items. They are responsible for interpreting blueprints, designing programs, and setting up machines to produce the components outlined in the program. They are also involved in maintaining, debugging, and troubleshooting to ensure that everything is running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Fixture design and creation.
• Tooling selection
• Create setup sheets and work instructions to hand off programs to operators for production.
• Responsible for creating In Process Inspection Criteria (IPIC)
• Interfaces with Set-up Machinists and Quality Team.
• Partner with manager on project prioritization
• Promote a safe work environment.
• Maintain or improve legacy part quality standards and cycle times with process improvements in accordance with customer and company manufacturing standards, delivery commitments, internal procedures and protocols.

• 5+ years of experience programming CNC Mills and Lathes.
• Experience with CNC Lathe, Mill Turn, and 3- and 5- axis milling machines.
• Proficient in Mastercam 2020.
• Experience programming offline.
• Strong verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
• Proven cycle time reduction and program optimization.
• Ability to identify training needs, tooling recommendations, fixture design and implement best machining practices.
• G-code familiarity.
• Familiarity with multiple types of material; emphasis: titanium, Inconel, and other exotic alloys.
• Thorough knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and quality standards as it applies to an aerospace and defense environment.
• Strong ability to meet deadlines and achieve goals driven by metrics.
• Willingness to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Solutions focused.
• Strong work ethic.
• Detail oriented.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

To adhere to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

Our work environment is fast-paced and professional while providing continued growth fostered by our commitment to teamwork.

At Primus Aerospace, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that supports, respects, and celebrates all individuals.